Merlin Donald: A Mind So Rare : The Evolution of Human Consciousness

A Mind So Rare : The Evolution of Human Consciousness


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In this masterful rebuttal to the prevailing neuroscientific arguments that seek to explain away consciousness, Merlin Donald presents "a sophisticated conception of a multilayered consciousness drawing much of its power from its cultural matrix" (Booklist). Donald makes "a persuasive case...for consciousness as the central player in the drama of mind" (Peter Dodwell), as he details the forces, both cultural and neuronal, that power our distinctively human modes of awareness. He proposes that the human mind is a hybrid product, interweaving a super-complex form of matter (the brain) with an invisible symbolic web (culture) to form a "distributed" cognitive network. This hybrid mind, he argues, is our main evolutionary advantage, for it allowed humanity as a species to break free of the limitations of the mammalian brain. "Donald transcends the simplistic claims of Evolutionary Psychology,...offering a true Darwinian perspective on the evolution of consciousness."-Philip Lieberman

Filled with inspirational prompts for every day, this beautiful five-year journal makes a wonderful keepsake. You can track the evolution of your thoughts and emotions; see how your circumstances change; and discover which people, places, things, and ideas have remained meaningful to you over time. Just start filling in the blanks after the thought-provoking suggestions on each page you can begin anytime!" The designs for this stunning collection of crocheted afghans, comforters, blankets and more are inspired by a whole range of sources, from vintage fabrics and patchwork to beadwork and traditional knits, and include a lace wrap, Shaker-style throw, wild rose afghan and tartan rug. There are blankets inspired by the great outdoors incorporating elements of nature such as flowers and rainbows, as well as motifs, taken from the crafts of different countries and interpreted in crochet. All the information you need is here, provided in a way that is so simple to understand, with charts and detailed instructions for 25 projects, plus 10 extra ideas for ways of using the same instructions to make larger or smaller items, such as bed covers or pillows. And don't be afraid of the professional, luscious look of the blankets you see in the photos - the designs have been created with simplicity in mind, so even novice crocheters will produce exquisite pieces in no time at all. Many A Mind So Rare : The Evolution of Human Consciousness download ebook pdf of the projects are made up of small, easy-to-work-with squares and motifs, so you can carry on crafting while on the move.


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Author: Merlin Donald
Number of Pages: 416 pages
Published Date: 01 Jun 2002
Publisher: WW Norton & Co
Publication Country: New York, United States
Language: English
ISBN: 9780393323191
Download Link: Click Here
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