The Mysteries Of Mind

Author : Wilder Penfield
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781400868735

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Mystery of the Mind by Wilder Penfield Pdf

In the past fifty years scientists have begun to discover how the human brain functions. In this book Wilder Penfield, whose work has been at the forefront of such research, describes the current state of knowledge about the brain and asks to what extent recent findings explain the action of the mind. He offers the general reader a glimpse of exciting discoveries usually accessible to only a few scientists. He writes: "Throughout my own scientific career I, like other scientists, have struggled to prove that the brain accounts for the mind. But perhaps the time has come when we may profitably consider the evidence as it stands, and ask the question...Can the mind be explained by what is now known about the brain?" The central question, he points out, is whether man's being is determined by his body alone or by mind and body as separate elements. Before suggesting an answer, he gives a fascinating account of his experience as a neurosurgeon and scientist observing the brain in conscious patients. Originally published in 1975. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

Author : W. Penfield
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:258580733

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Author : Kathryn Walker
Publisher : Crabtree Publishing Company
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2009-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0778741494

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Mysteries of the Mind by Kathryn Walker Pdf

The mind is a powerful instrument that has yet to be completely understood. This book examines mind over matter, looking at--among other things--claims that brain power alone can bend spoons, identify such things as symbols, dates, and numbers without having seen them, or even read the minds of astronauts!

Author : Thomas R. Verny
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-05
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781643138008

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The Embodied Mind by Thomas R. Verny Pdf

As groundbreaking synthesis that promises to shift our understanding of the mind-brain connection and its relationship with our bodies. We understand the workings of the human body as a series of interdependent physiological relationships: muscle interacts with bone as the heart responds to hormones secreted by the brain, all the way down to the inner workings of every cell. To make an organism function, no one component can work alone. In light of this, why is it that the accepted understanding that the physical phenomenon of the mind is attributed only to the brain? In The Embodied Mind, internationally renowned psychiatrist Dr. Thomas R. Verny sets out to redefine our concept of the mind and consciousness. He brilliantly compiles new research that points to the mind’s ties to every part of the body. The Embodied Mind collects disparate findings in physiology, genetics, and quantum physics in order to illustrate the mounting evidence that somatic cells, not just neural cells, store memory, inform genetic coding, and adapt to environmental changes—all behaviors that contribute to the mind and consciousness. Cellular memory, Verny shows, is not just an abstraction, but a well-documented scientific fact that will shift our understanding of memory. Verny describes single-celled organisms with no brains demonstrating memory, and points to the remarkable case of a French man who, despite having a brain just a fraction of the typical size, leads a normal life with a family and a job. The Embodied Mind shows how intelligence and consciousness—traits traditionally attributed to the brain alone—also permate our entire being. Bodily cells and tissues use the same molecular mechanisms for memory as our brain, making our mind more fluid and adaptable than we could have ever imaged.

Author : Yuvācārya Mahāprajña
Publisher : Today and Tomorrow Publisher
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0880652233

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Author : Vicki Bruce
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-16
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317716082

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Unsolved Mysteries of The Mind by Vicki Bruce Pdf

This textbook is for use in tutorials and seminars by psychology, neuroscience and cognitive science undergraduates studying cognition. The book complements standard course texts in cognition by providing a series of articles which emphasize particularly what we do not understand, rather than what we think we do. It considers a selection of problems and phenomena that remain mysterious despite years, decades or centuries of enquiry, and evaluates different approaches to these problems.; The topics discussed range from specific optical illusions to the nature of consciousness. Some of these unsolved problems provide a vehicle for reviewing different paradigms and shifts in the field over the 20th century. Each chapter also poses some of the remaining unanswered questions, suggesting directions for future enquiry.

Author : Susan Greenfield
Publisher : Henry Holt
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1996-11-15
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015040333430

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Human Mind Explained by Susan Greenfield Pdf

This guide to the mysteries of the human brain ponders the complexities of the mind, as well as examining consciousness, imagination, fantasy, memory, language, and other topics.

Author : Alfred David
Publisher : Cassell Illustrated
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-04
Category : Brain
ISBN : 1788400267

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The Secret Life of the Brain by Alfred David Pdf

Learn just how powerful and miraculous your brain is. Unlock the power of the mind with this thought-provoking guide. The Secret Life of the Brain gives a fascinating insight into human consciousness. Discover the wonders of memory and intelligence, the mystery of dreams and emotions and much more. Taking in all the most exciting discoveries made by neuroscientists, this book explores how the parts work in concert as the interface between our internal and external worlds, and what happens if any part of the system goes wrong.

Author : V. S. Ramachandran,Sandra Blakeslee
Publisher : Harpercollins Pub Limited
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1857028953

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Phantoms in the Brain by V. S. Ramachandran,Sandra Blakeslee Pdf

Using a series of case studies, 'Phantoms in the brain' introduces a strange and unexplored mental world. Ramachandran, through his research into brain damage, has discovered that the brain can react in strange ways to major physical changes.

Author : Matthew Cobb
Publisher : Basic Books
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781541646865

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The Idea of the Brain by Matthew Cobb Pdf

An "elegant", "engrossing" (Carol Tavris, Wall Street Journal) examination of what we think we know about the brain and why -- despite technological advances -- the workings of our most essential organ remain a mystery. "I cannot recommend this book strongly enough."--Henry Marsh, author of Do No Harm For thousands of years, thinkers and scientists have tried to understand what the brain does. Yet, despite the astonishing discoveries of science, we still have only the vaguest idea of how the brain works. In The Idea of the Brain, scientist and historian Matthew Cobb traces how our conception of the brain has evolved over the centuries. Although it might seem to be a story of ever-increasing knowledge of biology, Cobb shows how our ideas about the brain have been shaped by each era's most significant technologies. Today we might think the brain is like a supercomputer. In the past, it has been compared to a telegraph, a telephone exchange, or some kind of hydraulic system. What will we think the brain is like tomorrow, when new technology arises? The result is an essential read for anyone interested in the complex processes that drive science and the forces that have shaped our marvelous brains.

Author : Diane Ackerman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-10-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781439125083

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An Alchemy of Mind by Diane Ackerman Pdf

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Zookeeper's Wife, an ambitious and enlightening work that combines an artist's eye with a scientist's erudition to illuminate, as never before, the magic and mysteries of the human mind. Long treasured by literary readers for her uncommon ability to bridge the gap between art and science, celebrated scholar-artist Diane Ackerman returns with the book she was born to write. Her dazzling new work, An Alchemy of Mind, offers an unprecedented exploration and celebration of the mental fantasia in which we spend our days—and does for the human mind what the bestselling A Natural History of the Senses did for the physical senses. Bringing a valuable female perspective to the topic, Diane Ackerman discusses the science of the brain as only she can: with gorgeous, immediate language and imagery that paint an unusually lucid and vibrant picture for the reader. And in addition to explaining memory, thought, emotion, dreams, and language acquisition, she reports on the latest discoveries in neuroscience and addresses controversial subjects like the effects of trauma and male versus female brains. In prose that is not simply accessible but also beautiful and electric, Ackerman distills the hard, objective truths of science in order to yield vivid, heavily anecdotal explanations about a range of existential questions regarding consciousness, human thought, memory, and the nature of identity.

Author : Sandy Silverthorne,John Warner
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2010-07-01
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9780736939720

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Mind-Boggling One-Minute Mysteries and Brain Teasers by Sandy Silverthorne,John Warner Pdf

More than 100,000 copies of One-Minute Mysteries and Brain Teasers and Return of the One-Minute Mysteries and Brain Teasers have been sold (combined), and now Sandy Silverthorne and John Warner offer an all-new collection of family-friendly lateral thinking puzzles. Each page includes an unusual scenario that ends with a question for readers to answer as well as a delightful cartoon that depicts a laughably incorrect assumption. To find the one satisfying answer for each puzzle, readers must throw out all preconceived notions and be open-minded, flexible, and creative. Increasingly revealing clues for each puzzle are included in the back of the book, as are the solutions. These riddles are challenging enough for adults yet appropriate for detectives of all ages. Individual readers, families, and groups can enjoy hours of fun solving them and learning to think outside the box.

Author : Misha Gromov
Publisher : Birkhäuser
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-11
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9783319530499

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Great Circle of Mysteries by Misha Gromov Pdf

This visionary and engaging book provides a mathematical perspective on the fundamental ideas of numbers, space, life, evolution, the brain and the mind. The author suggests how a development of mathematical concepts in the spirit of category theory may lead to unravelling the mystery of the human mind and the design of universal learning algorithms. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which describes the ideas of great mathematicians and scientists, those who saw sparks of light in the dark sea of unknown. The second part, Memorandum Ergo, reflects on how mathematics can contribute to the understanding of the mystery of thought. It argues that the core of the human mind is a structurally elaborated object that needs a creation of a broad mathematical context for its understanding. Readers will discover the main properties of the expected mathematical objects within this context, called ERGO-SYSTEMS, and readers will see how these “systems” may serve as prototypes for design of universal learning computer programs. This is a work of great, poetical insight and is richly illustrated. It is a highly attractive read for all those who welcome a mathematical and scientific way of thinking about the world.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-13
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1452177139

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Sleuth & Solve: 20+ Mind-Twisting Mysteries by Anonim Pdf

Welcome to the world of Sleuth & Solve, a collection of 20 clever mysteries where the clues are in the details and crafty twists put readers' wits to the test. Read the clues, work on solving them, then lift the flap to reveal the answer to each mystery. Sleuth & Solve encourages readers of all ages to practice deduction, inference, and logical reasoning to crack each case—and develop critical thinking skills at the same time. • A compelling collection of interactive, inference-based mysteries • Makes a perfect gift for puzzle lovers and super-sleuths of every age • The first book in a series of mind-bending mini-mysteries There is perhaps nothing more enticing than a mystery waiting to be solved, and Sleuth & Solve has twenty riddles just waiting to be cracked. Readers may play alone or with friends, collecting points for cracking each case and determining whose sleuthing skills reign supreme. • A wonderful gift for fans of brain teasers and puzzles, mystery aficionados, parents and educators looking for a read-together book that encourages critical thinking, mystery-loving older readers, and adults seeking the perfect mix of challenging logic puzzles and quick entertainment • Great for teachers and librarians seeking a book that even the most reluctant readers can't resist • Perfect for those who loved Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective by Donald J. Sobol, The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner, and The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart

Author : Leonard T (Leonard Thompson) Troland
Publisher : Hassell Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1019358696

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The Mystery of Mind by Leonard T (Leonard Thompson) Troland Pdf

This groundbreaking work explores the mysteries of the human mind from a scientific perspective. With clear explanations and insightful analysis, Troland provides readers with a deeper understanding of consciousness, perception, and the fundamental workings of the brain. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.