Description:
This book is a valuable gateway to understanding one of the most exciting ideas in philosophy and cognitive science: that minds are not confined to the brain but extend into the body and environment. Written in a clear, engaging style, the book guides readers through competing views of embodiment and shows how they matter for everyday life.
Review Quotes:
"An Introduction to Embodied Mind is a terrific introductory text on the philosophy of embodied and extended cognition. The authors bring philosophical issues to life through intriguing real-world examples and case studies, explicitly addressing applied topics of ethical and personal significance alongside their coherent and powerful framework in philosophy of mind. A focused line of thought is established over the course of the book, even while the authors give fair attention to approaches which diverge from their preferred one. Students in all areas of Philosophy, as well as other researchers interested in embodied cognition, will enjoy and benefit from this book".
John Sutton, Professor in Philosophy at Stirling University, Scotland