ISBN: 9781331015437 - man a machine (classic reprint): including frederick the great's "eulogy" on la mettrie and extracts from la mettrie's "the natural history of the soul" (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating question of what constitutes human nature. Written in the 18th century, a time when scientific inquiry was rapidly expanding, the author challenges the prevailing philosophical view of the soul as separate from the body. He argues that the human being is essentially a machine, a complex system governed by physical laws and processes. Drawing on his knowledge of anatomy and medicine, the author meticulously explores the relationship between the body and the mind. He examines how various physical states, from illness to sleep, affect our thoughts, feelings, and behavior. He also investigates the role of external factors like diet, climate, and social interaction in shaping our mental and emotional landscapes. The author's insights into the interplay of the physical and mental realms are not only groundbreaking for their time, but also raise profound questions about human agency and the very nature of consciousness. His thought-provoking exploration of the human machine continues to resonate with readers today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…