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I've Been Thinking

By Daniel C. Dennett
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In I've Been Thinking, Daniel C. Dennett reflects on his philosophical journey through a collection of personal essays. The book offers insight into his thoughts on various subjects, from consciousness and free will to evolution and religion, providing a window into the mind of a renowned philosopher. Readers can expect an engaging exploration of Dennett's intellectual pursuits and life experiences.
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You might enjoy this engaging memoir by renowned philosopher Daniel C. Dennett if you're fascinated by the intricate interplay of philosophy and science. It offers a candid exploration of his life's work and personal reflections, inviting readers into the mind of a thinker dedicated to understanding consciousness, evolution, and the nature of human existence.

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I've Been Thinking

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One of philosophy's finest minds looks back over a life in thought.

Who would have guessed that a philosopher's life could be so full of adventures?

Daniel C. Dennett, philosopher and cognitive scientist, has spent his career considering consciousness. I've Been Thinking traces the development of Dennett's own intellect and instructs us how we too can become good thinkers.

Dennett's restless curiosity leads him from his childhood in Beirut to Harvard, and from Parisian jazz clubs to 'tillosophy' on his tractor in Maine. Along the way, he encounters and debates with a host of legendary thinkers, and reveals the breakthroughs and misjudgments that shaped his paradigm-shifting philosophies.

Thinking, Dennett argues, is hard, and risky. In fact, all good philosophical thinking is inevitably accompanied by bafflement, frustration and self-doubt. It is only in getting it wrong that we, very occasionally, find a way to get it right.

This memoir by one of the greatest philosophers of our time will speak to anyone who seeks a life of the mind with adventure and creativity.

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Daniel C. Dennett's latest work is praised for its thought-provoking insights and contributions to modern philosophy. The book is described as generous and impactful, showcasing Dennett's distinctive voice and interdisciplinary approach. It highlights his skill in integrating philosophy with cognitive science, offering an engaging and stimulating read that remains intellectually vibrant and accessible even at the age of 81.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241519271

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Allen Lane

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 162.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 704g

Pages: 464

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Biography & Memoir Daniel C. Dennett Education & Reference Non-Fiction Penguin Books Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Science & Nature

About the Author

Daniel C. Dennett was University Professor Emeritus at Tufts University and the author of numerous books including From Bacteria to Bach and Back, Intuition Pumps and Other Tools for Thinking, Breaking the Spell, Darwin's Dangerous Idea, and Consciousness Explained. He died on 19 April 2024.

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