A Neurophenomenology of Awe and Wonder Towards a Non-Reductionist Cognitive Science

This book presents a study of the various feelings of awe and wonder experienced by astronauts during space flight. It summarizes the results of two experimental, interdisciplinary studies that employ methods from neuroscience, psychology, phenomenology and simulation technology, and it argues for a...

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Main Authors: Gallagher, Shaun, Reinerman-Jones, Lauren (Author), Janz, Bruce (Author), Bockelman, Patricia (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London Palgrave Macmillan UK 2015, 2015
Series:New Directions in Philosophy and Cognitive Science
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:This book presents a study of the various feelings of awe and wonder experienced by astronauts during space flight. It summarizes the results of two experimental, interdisciplinary studies that employ methods from neuroscience, psychology, phenomenology and simulation technology, and it argues for a non-reductionist approach to cognitive science
Physical Description:IX, 195 p online resource
ISBN:9781137496058