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Mind, Matter, And Nature: A Thomistic Proposal For The Philosophy Of Mind,Used
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Introductory texts on the philosophy of mind tend to presume that we are forced into a dichotomy between some version of materialism and substance dualism. Hylomorphismthe idea that living material substances are not just matter, but compounds of matter and soulis typically treated as a historical curiosity or as inherently obscure.In Mind, Matter, and Nature, James D. Madden offers an alternative: an introduction to contemporary philosophy of mind on its own terms that concludes that the hylomorphic philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas offers the best approach. This book offers a fairminded and detailed presentation of the most influential contemporary positions along with the arguments for and against them.Written for students, Mind, Matter, and Nature presumes no prior philosophical training on the part of the reader. The book nevertheless holds the arguments discussed to rigorous standards and is conversant with recent literature, thus making it useful as well to more advanced students and professionals interested in a resource on Thomistic hylomorphism in the philosophy of mind.ABOUT THE AUTHOR:James D. Madden is associate professor of philosophy at Benedictine College.PRAISE FOR THE BOOK:'With great care and sophistication, Madden articulates an account of different iterations of theories of mind held and developed by the principal analytic philosophers in the twentieth century. His fair and learned work offers a broad sweep of issues from the general perspective of analytical Thomism.'Anthony J. Lisska, Maria Theresa Barney Professor of Philosophy, Denison University'Using the best of the contemporary idiom, and dealing with the best of contemporary views, this book successfully presents aspects of the perennial philosophy. As a textbook or as a primer for a professional philosopher who wants to get a grip on why someone might be tempted towards hylomorphism, this is an outstanding work.'Patrick Toner, associate professor of philosophy, Wake Forest University'Madden offers an introductory text in philosophy of mind that stands apart from most others on the market in its sustained attention to and defense of a Thomistic hylomorphism. . .Recommended.' Choice
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Mind, Matter, and Nature'? A: The book focuses on contemporary philosophy of mind, offering an introduction to hylomorphism, which posits that living material substances are compounds of matter and soul.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Mind, Matter, and Nature'? A: The author is James D. Madden, an associate professor of philosophy at Benedictine College.
- Q: Is prior philosophical knowledge required to understand this book? A: No, the book is designed for students and presumes no prior philosophical training, making it accessible to all readers.
- Q: What type of approach does the book take towards the philosophy of mind? A: The book offers a fair-minded presentation of contemporary positions in philosophy of mind, with a focus on the hylomorphic philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mind, Matter, and Nature' have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Mind, Matter, and Nature' published? A: The book was published on June 22, 2013.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the critique of materialism and substance dualism, along with an exploration of hylomorphism as a philosophical framework.
- Q: What do experts say about 'Mind, Matter, and Nature'? A: Experts praise the book for its comprehensive treatment of theories of mind and its insightful discussion on Thomistic hylomorphism.
- Q: Is this book suitable for advanced students or professionals? A: Yes, the book is also useful for advanced students and professionals interested in Thomistic hylomorphism in philosophy of mind.