The Body of a Person [Paperback]

Virgil C. Aldrich (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 14, 1988 | ISBN-10: 0819171069 | ISBN-13: 978-0819171061

This book presents the thesis that appearances should not be viewed simply as functions of a prevailing conceptual system. In addition to making a valuable contribution to the study of the mind/body problem, distinguished between first and second-order extensions, the book provides an excellent evaluation of the philosophy of physicalism and develops an exceptionally sound theory of personhood. The author's conclusion, that "language makes man in his own image," mirrors Heidegger's assertation that "language is the house of being." Philosophers and students of philosophy, particularly those interested in the phenomenon of embodiment, will find this book fascinating reading. Contents: Description and Expression: Physicalism Restricted; The Place of a Representation; The Body of a Person; Epilogue; Appendices.

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An imaginative and delicately poised criticism of the enthusiastic excesses of current 'physicalist' theory. Aldrich refreshes our appreciation for many of the subtleties of consciousness.>>>> (Daniel C. Dennett )

An imaginative and delicately poised criticism of the enthusiastic excesses of current 'physicalist' theory. Aldrich refreshes our appreciation for many of the subtleties of consciousness. (Daniel C. Dennett )

About the Author

Virgil C. Aldrich is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

Product Details

• Paperback: 114 pages
• Publisher: University Press Of America (September 14, 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0819171069
• ISBN-13: 978-0819171061
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,512,671 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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