The Nature Of Mind And Human Automatism (1885)

The Nature of Mind and Human Automatism, written by Morton Prince and first published in 1885, is a philosophical and scientific exploration of the human mind and the concept of automatism. Prince, a prominent American neurologist and psychologist, argues that the human mind is not a singular entity, but rather a complex system of interrelated processes and functions. He examines the nature of consciousness, perception, memory, and thought, and explores the ways in which these processes are influenced by the physical and environmental factors that surround us.Prince also delves into the concept of human automatism, which he defines as the ability of the mind to perform complex actions without conscious thought or awareness. He explores the various forms of automatism, including sleepwalking, hypnosis, and trance states, and considers the implications of these phenomena for our understanding of the mind and consciousness.Throughout the book, Prince draws on a wide range of scientific and philosophical sources, including the work of William James, Charles Darwin, and Herbert Spencer. He also includes numerous case studies and examples to illustrate his arguments and theories.Overall, The Nature of Mind and Human Automatism is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the human mind and the complex processes that underlie our consciousness and behavior. It remains a seminal work in the field of psychology and neuroscience, and continues to be widely read and studied today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.