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Descartes' Error: Emotion, Reason, And The Human Brain
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An Ambitious And Meticulous Foray Into The Nature Of Being. The Boston Globea Landmark Exploration Of The Relationship Between Emotion And Reasonsince Descartes Famously Proclaimed, I Think, Therefore I Am, Science Has Often Overlooked Emotions As The Source Of A Persons True Being. Even Modern Neuroscience Has Tended, Until Recently, To Concentrate On The Cognitive Aspects Of Brain Function, Disregarding Emotions. This Attitude Began To Change With The Publication Of Descartes Error In 1995. Antonio DamasioOne Of The Worlds Leading Neurologists (The New York Times)Challenged Traditional Ideas About The Connection Between Emotions And Rationality. In This Wondrously Engaging Book, Damasio Takes The Reader On A Journey Of Scientific Discovery Through A Series Of Case Studies, Demonstrating What Many Of Us Have Long Suspected: Emotions Are Not A Luxury, They Are Essential To Rational Thinking And To Normal Social Behavior.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Descartes' Error? A: The main theme of Descartes' Error is the exploration of the relationship between emotion and reason, emphasizing that emotions are essential to rational thinking and normal social behavior.
- Q: Who is the author of Descartes' Error? A: The author of Descartes' Error is Antonio Damasio, a prominent neurologist renowned for his work in understanding the role of emotions in cognitive processes.
- Q: What is the publication date of Descartes' Error? A: Descartes' Error was published on September 27, 2005, and is a reprint edition.
- Q: How many pages does Descartes' Error have? A: Descartes' Error has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does Descartes' Error have? A: Descartes' Error is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book Descartes' Error in? A: The book Descartes' Error is in new condition.
- Q: What category does Descartes' Error fall under? A: Descartes' Error falls under the category of Emotions.
- Q: Is there a summary or overview of Descartes' Error? A: Yes, Descartes' Error offers a compelling exploration of how emotions influence our reasoning abilities, supported by various case studies that illustrate the critical role emotions play in decision-making.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from Descartes' Error? A: Readers can expect to learn about the intricate connection between emotions and rational thinking, as well as insights into how emotions affect human behavior and decision-making processes.
- Q: Is Descartes' Error suitable for readers without a scientific background? A: Yes, Descartes' Error is written in an engaging style that makes complex scientific concepts accessible to a general audience, making it suitable for readers without a scientific background.