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In Search Of The Self | Simon Blackburn, Mary Midgley, Colin Blakemore

Philosophy For Our Times

CHAPTER

Understanding Identity and Selfhood

This chapter explores the complexities of personal identity and the potential illusions surrounding self-perception. It critically examines the philosophical implications of selfhood, agency, and the influence of conditions like dementia on our understanding of humanity. The discussion intertwines scientific perspectives with philosophical inquiry, raising questions about the nature of the self and the authority to define it.

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