The Physical Basis of Mind

""The Physical Basis of Mind"" is a book written by George Henry Lewes that explores the connection between the physical processes of the brain and the workings of the mind. Lewes argues that the mind is not a separate entity from the body and that all mental processes can be traced back to physical processes in the brain. He discusses various topics such as perception, memory, and consciousness, and how they can be explained through the physical properties of the brain. The book also delves into the philosophical implications of this theory, including the nature of free will and the relationship between mind and matter. Overall, ""The Physical Basis of Mind"" presents a compelling argument for the materialistic view of the mind and provides a comprehensive analysis of the connection between the physical and mental realms.1877. With illustrations. Being the second series of Problems of Life and Mind, being the study of psychology; its object, scope and method by Lewes, British philosopher and literary critic. The volume contains four essays. The first, on the Nature of Life, deals with the specialty of organic phenomena, as distinguished from the inorganic. The second is on the Nervous Mechanism, setting forth what is known and what is inferred respecting the structure and properties of that all-important system. The third essay treats of Animal Automatism. Here the constant insistence on the biological point of view, while it causes a rejection of the mechanical theory, admits the fullest recognition of all the mechanical relations involved in animal movements, and thus endeavors to reconcile the contending schools. And, in the final essay the Reflex Theory is discussed; and here once more the biological point of view rectifies the error of an analysis which has led to the denial of Sensibility in reflex actions, because that analysis has overlooked the necessary presence of the conditions which determine Sensibility. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.