The Analysis of Mind

In this, one of his most influential and interesting books, Russell presents an intriguing reconciliation of the materialism of psychology with the antimaterialism of physics. This volume established a new conception of the mind and provided one of the most original and exciting externalist accounts [...]
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In this, one of his most influential and interesting books, Russell presents an intriguing reconciliation of the materialism of psychology with the antimaterialism of physics. This volume established a new conception of the mind and provided one of the most original and exciting externalist accounts of knowledge. Drawing upon the writings of psychologists such as William James and John Watson, Russell offers a comprehensive treatment of such considerations as belief, desire, habit, memory, meaning, and causal law. His reasoning formed the foundation for many subsequent theories of mind, as well as a framework for his own later philosophical writings. It remains one of the most important works in the philosophy of mind. 208pp. 53/16 x 81/4.