"The Blackwell Companion to Consciousness" is the most thorough and comprehensive survey of contemporary scientific research and philosophical thought on consciousness currently available. Extensively peer reviewed, its 55 newly commissioned chapters combine state of the art surveys with cutting-edge research. Taken as a whole, these essays by leading lights in the philosophy and science of consciousness create an engaging dialogue and unparalleled source of information regarding this most fascinating and mysterious subject. As the study of the philosophy and science of consciousness becomes ever more popular, this text will be appreciated by readers of philosophy and science alike.
Malden
Blackwell
2007
xviii, 744 p.: ill.; 26 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and indexes
ISBN: 1405160004
]edited by[ Max Velmans, science editor, Susan Schneider, philosophy editor
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Problems of consciousness -- The domain of consciousness -- Some contemporary theories of consciousness -- Some major topics in the philosophy of consciousness -- Major topics in the science of consciousness