Peter Godfrey-Smith
What’s inside
Other Minds explores the nature of consciousness through the lens of the octopus, a remarkably intelligent sea creature.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding of consciousness in non-human species
- Insights into evolutionary biology and intelligence
- Philosophical exploration of the mind
- Greater appreciation for cephalopod intelligence
Key Points
- The Mystery of Cephalopod Brains
- Convergent Evolution of Intelligence
- Philosophical Implications of Octopus Minds
- Evidence of Cephalopod Consciousness
- Comparison with Human Consciousness
- Ethical Considerations of Intelligent Life
Who’s it For
- Psychologists
- Marine Biologists
- Philosophy Enthusiasts
- General Readers interested in Animal Intelligence
About the author
Peter Godfrey-Smith is a distinguished philosopher of science with a deep interest in marine biology.