In this provocative contribution to the philosophy of science and
mind, Paul E. Griffiths criticizes contemporary philosophy and
psychology of emotion for failing to take in an evolutionary
perspective and address current work in neurobiology and cognitive
science. Reviewing the three current models of emotion, Griffiths
points out their deficiencies and constructs a basis for future models
that pay equal attention to biological fact and conceptual rigor.
"Griffiths has written a work of depth and clarity in an area of murky
ambiguity, producing a much-needed standard at the border of science,
philosophy, and psychology. . . . As he presents his case, offering a
forthright critique of past and present theories, Griffiths touches on
such issues as evolution, social construction, natural kinds
(categories corresponding with real distinctions in nature),
cognition, and moods. While addressing specialists, the book will
reward general readers who apply themselves to its remarkably
accessible style."—Library Journal "What Emotions Really Are makes a
strong claim to be one of the best books to have emerged on the
subject of human emotion."—Ray Dolan, Nature
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9780226308760
Publisert
2018
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University of Chicago Press
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Engelsk
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Digital bok
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