How Brains Think: Evolving Intelligence, Then And Now
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Book: Good
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Pages: Good
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What separates the human mind from all other forms of intelligence on Earth, and how did it get that way? How Brains Think: Evolving Intelligence, Then and Now tackles one of science's most profound questions with clarity and intellectual rigour, guiding readers through the neurological and evolutionary mechanisms that gave rise to human cognition. William H. Calvin, a theoretical neurophysiologist, argues that our capacity for sophisticated thought is not a fixed gift but the product of millions of years of adaptation, competition, and biological fine-tuning — a journey from primitive reflex to abstract reasoning that is as dramatic as any story ever told. Calvin's writing style is that rare and enviable blend of scientific precision and narrative accessibility, making complex neuroscience compelling to the lay reader without sacrificing intellectual depth. He draws on evolutionary biology, linguistics, and brain science to illustrate how intelligence is layered, recursive, and deeply tied to our physical environment and social history. Published as part of the prestigious Science Masters series — which pairs leading scientific minds with big ideas — this work stands as an essential primer for anyone curious about the machinery behind thought itself. Just when you think you understand how you think, Calvin reveals another layer of magnificent complexity lurking beneath.
Author: William H. Calvin
Format: Paperback
Genre: Science
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
What separates the human mind from all other forms of intelligence on Earth, and how did it get that way? How Brains Think: Evolving Intelligence, Then and Now tackles one of science's most profound questions with clarity and intellectual rigour, guiding readers through the neurological and evolutionary mechanisms that gave rise to human cognition. William H. Calvin, a theoretical neurophysiologist, argues that our capacity for sophisticated thought is not a fixed gift but the product of millions of years of adaptation, competition, and biological fine-tuning — a journey from primitive reflex to abstract reasoning that is as dramatic as any story ever told. Calvin's writing style is that rare and enviable blend of scientific precision and narrative accessibility, making complex neuroscience compelling to the lay reader without sacrificing intellectual depth. He draws on evolutionary biology, linguistics, and brain science to illustrate how intelligence is layered, recursive, and deeply tied to our physical environment and social history. Published as part of the prestigious Science Masters series — which pairs leading scientific minds with big ideas — this work stands as an essential primer for anyone curious about the machinery behind thought itself. Just when you think you understand how you think, Calvin reveals another layer of magnificent complexity lurking beneath.