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The Essential Book of Consciousness
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The Essential Book of Consciousness

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Explore the intriguing subject of human consciousness in this beautiful pocket volume, written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney.

The study of consciousness is one of the more fascinating frontiers in science, combining aspects of neurology, psychology, evolutional biology and philosophy. In this highly-visual, full-color guide, Rooney explores the philosophical conundrums and scientific breakthroughs surrounding consciousness and shows how leading thinkers have sought to understand the enigma of awareness.

Covering subjects such as mind-body dualism, the nature of thought, the 'easy' and 'hard' problems of consciousness and free will, The Essential Book of Consciousness provides the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the subject.

  • Illustrated with full-color images and diagrams throughout
  • Split into 12 easy-to-understand chapters which can be read in a single sitting
  • This beautiful gold-embossed hardback make the perfect gift for the intellectually curious

ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius Concepts is a series of titles diving into some of the most compelling subjects in modern science. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated foil-stamped hardbacks provide a perfect starting point to a range of fascinating topics.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Sirius Entertainment
Country
United Kingdom
Date
25 November 2025
Pages
160
ISBN
9781398858312

Explore the intriguing subject of human consciousness in this beautiful pocket volume, written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney.

The study of consciousness is one of the more fascinating frontiers in science, combining aspects of neurology, psychology, evolutional biology and philosophy. In this highly-visual, full-color guide, Rooney explores the philosophical conundrums and scientific breakthroughs surrounding consciousness and shows how leading thinkers have sought to understand the enigma of awareness.

Covering subjects such as mind-body dualism, the nature of thought, the 'easy' and 'hard' problems of consciousness and free will, The Essential Book of Consciousness provides the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the subject.

  • Illustrated with full-color images and diagrams throughout
  • Split into 12 easy-to-understand chapters which can be read in a single sitting
  • This beautiful gold-embossed hardback make the perfect gift for the intellectually curious

ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius Concepts is a series of titles diving into some of the most compelling subjects in modern science. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated foil-stamped hardbacks provide a perfect starting point to a range of fascinating topics.

Read More
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Sirius Entertainment
Country
United Kingdom
Date
25 November 2025
Pages
160
ISBN
9781398858312