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Metaphors of Memory: A History of Ideas about the Mind
Douwe Draaisma
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Description for Metaphors of Memory: A History of Ideas about the Mind
hardcover. First published in 2000, this book explores the metaphors used by philosophers and psychologists to understand memory over the centuries. Translator(s): Vincent, Paul. Num Pages: 256 pages, 40 b/w illus. BIC Classification: JMRM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 263 x 185 x 20. Weight in Grams: 648. Good clean copy with minor shelfwear. DJ has some minor nicks and tears, remains very good
What is memory? It is at the same time ephemeral, unreliable and essential to everything we do. Without memory we lose our sense of identity, reasoning, even our ability to perform simple physical tasks. Yet it is also elusive and difficult to define, and throughout the ages philosophers and psychologists have used metaphors as a way of understanding it. First published in 2000, this fascinating book takes the reader on a guided tour of these metaphors of memory from ancient times to the present day. Crossing continents and disciplines, it provides a compelling history of ideas about the mind by ... Read more
What is memory? It is at the same time ephemeral, unreliable and essential to everything we do. Without memory we lose our sense of identity, reasoning, even our ability to perform simple physical tasks. Yet it is also elusive and difficult to define, and throughout the ages philosophers and psychologists have used metaphors as a way of understanding it. First published in 2000, this fascinating book takes the reader on a guided tour of these metaphors of memory from ancient times to the present day. Crossing continents and disciplines, it provides a compelling history of ideas about the mind by ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Condition
Used, Very Good
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521650243
SKU
KSG0034688
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Reviews for Metaphors of Memory: A History of Ideas about the Mind
'A fascinating survey of ideas on memory across the centuries, showing that suggestive metaphors have been essential stepping stones in our understanding of the mind. Highly recommended!' Jean Aitchison, University of Oxford 'A superb history … richly thought-provoking.' Stephen Rose, The Times Higher Education Supplement 'An intellectually sophisticated book, rich in insight and detail.' The Economist 'Metaphors of Memory is ... Read more