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The Oxford Handbook of the Philosophy of Consciousness

Oxford University Press eBooks July 9, 2020 DOI: 10.1093/oxfordhb/9780198749677.001.0001 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed
Citations 169
Key points Argues that philosophical research on consciousness encompasses diverse types of consciousness, its psychological interactions, and various theories of its relation to physical reality.

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This book provides a panoramic view of the state of the art in current philosophical research on consciousness. Featuring some of the most prominent contributors to the field, it explores (1) the wide range of types of consciousness there may be, (2) the many psychological phenomena with which consciousness interacts, and (3) the various views concerning the ultimate relationship between consciousness and the physical reality.

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