Mind and Motion and Monism by George John Romanes
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| Author | Romanes, George John, 1848-1894 |
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| Title | Mind and Motion and Monism |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Mind and Motion and Monism" by George John Romanes is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. The text explores the intricate relationship between the mind, motion, and the concept of monism, engaging with various philosophical perspectives including spiritualism and materialism. Through a scientific lens, Romanes examines the physiological basis of mental processes and posits a monistic view that seeks to reconcile the mind-body dualism prevalent in philosophical discourse. The opening of this work introduces the author's contemplation of historical ideas in psychology and introduces key themes that will be developed throughout the text. Romanes discusses Thomas Hobbes' early contributions to psychological thought, particularly regarding the relationship between motion and perception. He further elaborates on the mechanisms of the nervous system and how they relate to mind and consciousness. The foundational argument is presented that knowledge is fundamentally linked to motion, establishing a groundwork for his more extensive discussions on monism that follow later in the work. This sets the stage for a deep exploration of the interplay between mind and matter, challenging materialism through a nuanced understanding of consciousness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BD: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Speculative Philosophy, General Philosophical works |
| Subject | Monism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22283 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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