Mind: Introduction to Cognitive Science, , 2nd Edition
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Cognitive science approaches the study of mind and intelligence from an interdisciplinary perspective, working at the intersection of philosophy, psychology, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, linguistics, and anthropology. With Mind , Paul Thagard offers an introduction to this interdisciplinary field for readers who come to the subject with very different backgrounds. It is suitable for classroom use by students with interests ranging from computer science and engineering to psychology and philosophy. Thagard's systematic descriptions and evaluations of the main theories of mental representation advanced by cognitive scientists allow students to see that there are many complementary approaches to the investigation of mind. The fundamental theoretical perspectives he describes include logic, rules, concepts, analogies, images, and connections (artificial neural networks). The discussion of these theories provides an integrated view of the different achievements of the various fields of cognitive science. This second edition includes substantial revision and new material. Part I, which presents the different theoretical approaches, has been updated in light of recent work the field. Part II, which treats extensions to cognitive science, has been thoroughly revised, with new chapters added on brains, emotions, and consciousness. Other additions include a list of relevant Web sites at the end of each chapter and a glossary at the end of the book. As in the first edition, each chapter concludes with a summary and suggestions for further reading. Review: perfect - The book is like new. I am very satisfied. It is perfect. I am glad I bought this item here. Review: Accessible Cognitive Science Primer - Unlike the other review I just read - This TEXTBOOK is clear, concise, and logically organized. The book provides relevant, in-line definitions for all terms and concepts used. The book teaches you the concepts, principles, and methods of cognitive science, gently in an interesting way as you read the text. The author's writes in everyday language and creates his examples and situations in the "everyday" world to illustrate specific concepts and/or methods. This is the best, most comprehesive, easy-to-understand, introductory overview of cognitive science I have ever read. All of this is packed into a slim, 5" by 8" volume consisting of 230 pages of text & exercises by a knowledgable author with great writing skills. A great text from beginner to practioner. You don't need a masters degree in some specific subject to understand what the author is presenting. This book applies the standards and elements of critical thinking unself-consciously and transparently. Every student should be required to read this text because it teaches critical thinking skills in both content AND message. Delightful!! I have not (yet) read any of Paul Thagard's other textbooks but you can be SURE that I will.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 37 Reviews |
Z**A
perfect
The book is like new. I am very satisfied. It is perfect. I am glad I bought this item here.
C**M
Accessible Cognitive Science Primer
Unlike the other review I just read - This TEXTBOOK is clear, concise, and logically organized. The book provides relevant, in-line definitions for all terms and concepts used. The book teaches you the concepts, principles, and methods of cognitive science, gently in an interesting way as you read the text. The author's writes in everyday language and creates his examples and situations in the "everyday" world to illustrate specific concepts and/or methods. This is the best, most comprehesive, easy-to-understand, introductory overview of cognitive science I have ever read. All of this is packed into a slim, 5" by 8" volume consisting of 230 pages of text & exercises by a knowledgable author with great writing skills. A great text from beginner to practioner. You don't need a masters degree in some specific subject to understand what the author is presenting. This book applies the standards and elements of critical thinking unself-consciously and transparently. Every student should be required to read this text because it teaches critical thinking skills in both content AND message. Delightful!! I have not (yet) read any of Paul Thagard's other textbooks but you can be SURE that I will.
R**L
WOW! So much CRUM I feel like my mind is trying to bake a cake.
This book presents the Computational-Representational Understanding of the Mind (CRUM). To be fair, the book is particularly well written and provides extremely helpful end of chapter summaries. Yet while the author does try to be even handed in presenting often opposing theories, there are definite preferences communicated. In short, it's an intriguing book on current thinking on how we really think.
J**Y
Not so great
Thagard's book is little more than an extremely superficial skim of and introduction to cognitive science. I know that the book is supposed to be a simple introduction, but in many ways it is far to simplistic and glossed over. There are many times at which he introduces new terms and concepts without defining them. He also jumps around quite a bit. His examples are very short and do not provide much insight beyond the obvious. Unless you need the book for class, I would avoid it. If you are just looking for an informative introduction to cognitive science, this is not the book for you.
T**O
Useful book for Cognitive Sciences' students
Very good book regarding the Computational Representational Understanding of Mind (CRUM). Althought only focusing on one theory to explain the fucntioning of our mind it has concise and easy to understand explanations, going from the most basic representations to the most complex.
B**T
Was Not a Fan, Had to Buy for Class
I thought the book sounded intriguing and was actually interested in the topic but found the book quite boring. I was not a fan of the organization of the book and found it kind-of confusing. I had to read the book for a college class, but would have tried to return it had I bought it for myself outside of class.
J**M
Outdated
This book seems to have been a reference in the 2000s. Reading today however one finds that there are very few recent citations.
G**T
Good seller
Nice book
M**L
Smooth read
The book is so well written and easy to read. It was required reading for an Intro to Cognitive Science course, which was cross listed with a Philosophy course, so (for me) it was challenging material. The book was the best part of the course and I'd be interested in reading more by Dr. Thagard!
A**R
Five Stars
Arrived on time and was great
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