Mind and Cosmos
Why the Materialist Neo-Darwinian Conception of Nature Is Almost Certainly False
by:
Thomas Nagel
Summary:
The book challenges the widely accepted materialistic view of the universe, particularly criticizing the neo-Darwinian framework of evolution for failing to account for consciousness, reason, and value. It argues for a teleological, non-reductive understanding of nature that includes mind as a fundamental aspect of the cosmos.
Key points:
1. Materialist Neo-Darwinism Critique: Nagel believes this approach, reliant on evolution, fails to explain consciousness, cognition, and values.
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