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On Being Certain: Believing You Are Right Even When You'Re Not
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You Recognize When You Know Something For Certain, Right? You Know The Sky Is Blue, Or That The Traffic Light Had Turned Green, Or Where You Were On The Morning Of September 11, 2001You Know These Things, Well, Because You Just Do.In On Being Certain, Neurologist Robert Burton Shows That Feeling Certainfeeling That We Know Something Is A Mental Sensation, Rather Than Evidence Of Fact. An Increasing Body Of Evidence Suggests That Feelings Such As Certainty Stem From Primitive Areas Of The Brain And Are Independent Of Active, Conscious Reflection And Reasoning. In Other Words, The Feeling Of Knowing Happens To Us; We Cannot Make It Happen.Bringing Together Cuttingedge Neuroscience, Experimental Data, And Fascinating Anecdotes, Robert Burton Explores The Inconsistent And Sometimes Paradoxical Relationship Between Our Thoughts And What We Actually Know. Provocative And Groundbreaking, On Being Certain Challenges What We Know (Or Think We Know) About The Mind, Knowledge, And Reason.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'On Being Certain'? A: 'On Being Certain' explores the concept of certainty, arguing that the feeling of knowing something is a mental sensation rather than a reliable indicator of truth. The author, Robert Burton, discusses how our brains create feelings of certainty independent of factual evidence.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Robert A. Burton, M.D., a neurologist known for his insights into the workings of the human mind.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'On Being Certain' contains a total of 272 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on March 17, 2009.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'On Being Certain' is available in paperback binding, making it a convenient format for readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in psychology? A: Yes, 'On Being Certain' is categorized under neuropsychology and is particularly suitable for readers interested in the relationship between thought processes and certainty.
- Q: Does the book include scientific studies? A: Yes, the book incorporates cutting-edge neuroscience and experimental data to support its arguments about the nature of certainty and knowledge.
- Q: What is the book's edition? A: 'On Being Certain' is available in a reprint edition.
- Q: Is the book considered a new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: What kind of anecdotes does the book include? A: The book features fascinating anecdotes that illustrate the paradoxical relationship between our thoughts and actual knowledge, enhancing the reader's understanding of its themes.