Galileo's Error

Foundations for a New Science of Consciousness

by: Philip Goff

in: Philosophy of Science

Summary:

The book presents an argument for panpsychism, the philosophical view that consciousness is a fundamental feature of the universe present even at the atomic level. It critiques materialist approaches to understanding consciousness and proposes that integrating consciousness into the scientific worldview can lead to a more comprehensive understanding of the nature of reality.

Key points:

1. Panpsychism: Goff argues that consciousness is a fundamental feature of the universe, challenging the idea that it's a byproduct of brain activity.

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