In the Shadows of Cognition

Pasquale De Marco

Sinossi

In this thought-provoking and wide-ranging book, we embark on an intellectual journey to explore the enigmas of the human mind and the nature of reality. We delve into the depths of consciousness, questioning the subjective nature of experience and the hard problem of phenomenal consciousness. We investigate the architecture of the mind, examining the modular mind and the default mode network. We grapple with the nature of reality, confronting the problem of induction and the myth of the given.

We confront the limits of knowledge, examining the problem of skepticism and the Münchhausen Trilemma. We explore the power of belief, investigating the psychology, sociology, and economics of belief. We search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless universe, confronting the existential vacuum and the will to meaning.

We grapple with the nature of freedom, examining the relationship between free will and determinism. We confront the problem of evil, questioning the existence of a benevolent and omnipotent God. We peer into the future of humanity, exploring the possibilities of technological singularity and the posthuman condition.

Finally, we confront the grand questions that have perplexed humanity for millennia: Is there a God? What is the meaning of life? What is the nature of reality? What is the future of humanity? What is the point of it all?

With intellectual rigor and a keen eye for detail, this book takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the labyrinth of the human mind and the mysteries of the universe. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, their world, and their place in the cosmos.

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Disponibile da: 02/06/2025.

Lunghezza di stampa: 162 pagine.

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