Philosophy and Psychedelics

Name: Philosophy and Psychedelics
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SKU: 9781350373419
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Philosophy and Psychedelics delves into the intricate relationship between philosophical thought and the transformative experiences offered by psychedelic substances. The book explores how these experiences can challenge, deepen, and expand traditional philosophical perspectives. It offers a profound inquiry into the nature of consciousness, perception, and reality, examining both historical and contemporary viewpoints.
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This book might appeal to you if you're intrigued by the intersection of philosophical inquiry and the mind-expanding potential of psychedelics. It offers a deep dive into how altered states of consciousness can challenge and enrich traditional philosophical thought, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the fusion of philosophy and psychology.

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What do psychedelics reveal about consciousness? What impact have psychedelics had on philosophy?

In this rapidly growing area of study, this is the first volume to explore the philosophy of psychedelic experience, from a range of interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. In doing so, Philosophy and Psychedelics reveals just why the place of psychedelics in our societies should not be left to medical sciences alone, as psychedelic experience opens up new perspectives on fundamental philosophical questions relating to human experience, ethics, and the metaphysics of mind.

Mapping a range of philosophical responses to the surge in studies into psychedelic drugs in the cognitive sciences, this go-to volume examines topics including psychedelics and the role of governance; psychedelics and mysticism; what psychedelics can tell us about dyadic thankfulness; and psychedelics as ways to gain new knowledge.

Written by leading international scholars, the essays cover Western and non-Western traditions, from analytic philosophy to Zen Buddhism, and discuss a variety of hallucinogens, such as LSD, MDMA, and Ayahuasca, in order to build a much-needed bridge between the rapidly growing scientific research and the philosophy behind psychedelic experience.

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Philosophy and Psychedelics is praised for its rich and thoughtful insights, encouraging a slow and reflective reading approach. The collection is lauded for its multidisciplinary impact on philosophy, science, and culture, with a commendable inclusion of non-Western perspectives. It highlights the significance of psychedelic experiences in examining philosophical problems and cultural traditions, making a notable contribution to contemporary discussions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350373419

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Contributors:

Edited by Professor Christine Hauskeller
Edited by Peter Sjostedt-Hughes

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 427g

Pages: 280

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism

About the Author

Peter Sjöstedt Hughes is Research Fellow and Associate Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Exeter, UK.

Christine Hauskeller is Professor of Moral and Political Philosophy at the University of Exeter, UK.