"Why the Mind Has a Body" by Charles Augustus Strong, published in 1903, delves into the complex relationship between the mind and the body.
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| Why the Mind Has a Body |
The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the question of causal relations and the second part exploring metaphysical principles.
In the first part of the book, Strong provides a general survey of the topic, discussing the immediate correlate of consciousness and the extent of the correlation on the mental side. He then delves into the various theories surrounding the mind-body relationship, including automatism, interactionism, and parallelism. Strong presents arguments for each theory, examining their strengths and weaknesses.
Moving on to the second part of the book, Strong delves into metaphysical principles.
He discusses the physical world and consciousness, exploring the nature of things-in-themselves and their existence.
Strong argues for the possibility of things-in-themselves and provides proofs for their existence. He also delves into the nature of things-in-themselves, shedding light on their essence and significance..
Throughout the book, Strong presents a detailed and thought-provoking analysis of the mind-body relationship, drawing on philosophical and metaphysical principles to explore this complex topic.
