ABSTRACT

First published in 2002. In this pioneering book, Daniel Dennett sets out clearly what he believed constituted a genuine analysis of the mind. His work over the last twenty years and more, culminating in his major study, Consciousness Explained, has increased rather than diminished the power of his first book. This edition also includes the 1986 preface which places the book in the context of recent work in the area.

part One|67 pages

The Language of Mind

chapter II|17 pages

Intentionality

chapter III|20 pages

Evolution in The Brain

chapter IV|17 pages

The Ascription of Content

part Two|64 pages

Consciousness

chapter V|10 pages

Introspective Certainty

chapter VI|12 pages

Awareness and Consciousness

chapter VII|10 pages

Mental Imagery

chapter VIII|12 pages

Thinking and Reasoning

chapter IX|10 pages

Actions and Intentions

chapter X|9 pages

Language and Understanding