The Physical Basis of Mind

The Physical Basis of Mind is a book written by George Henry Lewes that explores the relationship between the physical body and the mind. The book argues that the mind cannot be understood without taking into account the physical processes that occur in the brain, and that the brain is the foundation upon which all mental activity is built. Lewes examines the latest scientific research on the brain and the nervous system, and uses this knowledge to develop a comprehensive theory of the mind-body connection. The book covers topics such as perception, memory, emotion, and consciousness, and provides a detailed analysis of how these mental processes are rooted in physical processes in the brain. The Physical Basis of Mind is a classic work in the field of neuroscience and remains an important reference for anyone interested in the relationship between the mind and the body.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.