Inference and Consciousness (Routledge Studies in Contemporary Philosophy)

Synopsis

Inference has long been a central concern in epistemology, as an essential means by which we extend our knowledge and test our beliefs. Inference is also a key notion in influential psychological accounts of mental capacities, ranging from problem-solving to perception. Consciousness, on the other hand, has arguably been the defining interest of philosophy of mind over recent decades. Comparatively little attention, however, has been devoted to the significance of consciousness for the proper understanding of the nature and role of inference. It is commonly suggested that inference may be either conscious or unconscious. Yet how unified are these various supposed instances of inference? Does either enjoy explanatory priority in relation to the other? In what way, or ways, can an inference be conscious, or fail to be conscious, and how does this matter? This book brings together original essays from established scholars and emerging theorists that showcase how several current debates in epistemology, philosophy of psychology and philosophy of mind can benefit from more reflections on these and related questions about the significance of consciousness for inference.

Copyright:

2020

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Book Size:

294 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781351366731

Related ISBNs:

9781032337340, 9781138557178, 9781315150703

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

09/27/23

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Taylor & Francis, The right of Anders Nes and Timothy Chan to be identified as the authors of the editorial material, and of the authors for their individual chapters, has been asserted in accordance with Sections

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No

Language:

English

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No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Health, Mind and Body, Psychology, Philosophy

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Edited by:

Timothy Chan

Edited by:

Anders Nes