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The mind-body problem
a novel
Book • 1983
The Mind-Body Problem by Rebecca Goldstein is a novel that delves into the complexities of intellectual and personal life.
It follows Renee Feuer, a philosophy graduate student who marries Noam Himmel, a celebrated mathematician.
The story navigates themes of identity, love, and the pursuit of intellectual fulfillment, set against the backdrop of academic life.
Goldstein weaves philosophical debates with personal struggles, creating a witty and insightful exploration of human experience.
It follows Renee Feuer, a philosophy graduate student who marries Noam Himmel, a celebrated mathematician.
The story navigates themes of identity, love, and the pursuit of intellectual fulfillment, set against the backdrop of academic life.
Goldstein weaves philosophical debates with personal struggles, creating a witty and insightful exploration of human experience.
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