Philosophies of Mind and Self

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Philosophical investigation of the nature and meaning of human consciousness, perception, and thought. Covers the nature of mind, self, and human identity; the relationships between mind and body, and mind and world; the origins of knowledge in sensation, perception, and reflection; the problem of certainty; notions of conscious and unconscious mind; and problems of free will and determinism. Explores a range of perspectives through selected readings from ancient, early modern, and late modern philosophy.