About this title: This text takes the form of a conversation between the author and imaginary listener. It journeys from the story of Phineas Gage, the 19th-century case of behavioural change that followed brain damage, to the contemporary recreation of Gage's brain; and from the doubts of young neurologist to a testable hypothesis concerning the emotions and their fundamental role in rational human behaviour. Drawing on his experiences with neurological patients affected by brain damage, Damasio shows how the absence of emotion and feeling can break down rationality. In the course of explaining how emotions ...
read more
Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is described below.
Description: Acceptable. Book is in good reading condition. Cover has wear at edges and corners, and may have creases. Spine has wear at edges. Cover is a little dirty. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: HarperCollins Quill, New York
Date Published: 2000
ISBN-13:9780380726479ISBN:0380726475
Description: Very Good- Trade paperback, xix + 312 pages, illustrated by drawings; light shelf wear, spine creased, ink markings and highlighting on two pages. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Avon Books, New York
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780380726479ISBN:0380726475
Description: Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. The cover has a little soil, yellowing around the edges and light edgewear, but the binding is sound. The pages are crisp and clean, without markings. "In this wondrously lucid and engaging book, renowned neurologist Antonio Damasio demonstrates what many of us have long suspected: emotions are not a luxury, they are essential to rational thinking. " read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date Published: 1995-11-01
ISBN-13:9780380726479ISBN:0380726475
Description: Like New. Clean Copy, No Remainder Mark, Slight Crease on Spine, Intact Cover, Priority Shipping recommended for prompt delivery by USPS when offered, Delivery Confirmation on all domestic items where available. read more
Description: New. 0380726475 Cover has very little shelf wear. No spine seams. Remainder marks. Pages are clean with no markings, no creases and no dog-ears. Trade Paperback. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780380726479ISBN:0380726475
Description: Fine. Book is NEW! ! cover has shelf wear with scuffing around the edges. Pages are free of markings. GoodwillnyBooks is committed to providing each customer with the highest standard of customer service. You may return new items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Date Published: 2005-09-27
ISBN-13:9780143036227ISBN:014303622X
Description: NEW. Softcover. From an inventory that is 100% brand-new, 100% direct from the publishers' distribution channel. We carry NO pre-owned, NO remaindered. We pack in CARDBOARD to ensure the pristine quality is maintained. (Bubble-wrap alone is NOT sufficient to protect from USPS equipment. ) Guaranteed brand-NEW, protected with CARDBOARD, your satisfaction is guaranteed. BKLUVID: 9780143036227. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Date Published: 2005
ISBN-13:9780143036227ISBN:014303622X
Description: New. Brand New! Buy with confidence-your satisfaction is guaranteed at B-Logistics! Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. Please note that Expedited shipping is not available at this time. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: VINTAGE Country = UNITED KINGDOM
Date Published: 2006
ISBN-13:9780099501640ISBN:0099501643
Description: BRAND NEW PAPERBACK. 352 pages. (352 pages) takes the reader on a journey of scientific discovery through a series of case studies, demonstrating what many of us have long suspected: emotions are not a luxury, they are essential to rational thinking and to normal social behaviour. illustrations (Paperback) read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Papermac, London
Date Published: 1996
ISBN-13:9780380726479ISBN:0380726475
Description: Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. 267pp. Notes and references. Acknowledgements. Index. Paperback in very good condition. '....is a fascinating exploration of the biology of reason and its inseparable dependence on emotion' read more
Edition: First UK Edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Picador, London
Date Published: 1994
ISBN-13:9780330339278ISBN:0330339273
Description: Very Good + in Very Good + jacket. SCARCE SIGNED COPY. A very white, crisp, clean and tight 1st UK Edition, 1st Printing. SIGNED and warmly inscribed by Damasio to his editor--'For Jane Isay dearest friend, greatest editor, with much love, Antonio Damasio'. A very SHARP copy! All of our books are hand selected and are as described. Mylar protective sleeves are available. read more
Description: Satisfaction Guaranteed. Shipped quickly. 1995. Paperback. 1 Ed. Used, very good. Very good overall with light to moderate wear. No dust jacket. read more
"Rene Descartes was a 17th French philosopher and scientist, often called the father of modern philosophy. Descartes argued that 'mind' is an essence that exists independent of 'brain' - this is known as 'Cartesian Dualism.' In 'Descartes' Error', Antonio Damasio argues persuasively that that mind is inextricably linked to brain - when you change the physical brain in specific, measurable ways, you induce specific and measurably changes in mind - personality and behavior. Damasio illustrates this through numerous examples, drawn from patients who've exerienced brain damage due to trauma or disease, and emerged from the experience with a new personality and mental abilities. Given the evidence, it's very difficult to argue that the 'mind' or 'soul' is a non-material essence that exists independent of the physical structure of the brain."
We guarantee every item's condition, as described on Alibris. If you are not satisfied that an item is as described, return your purchase for a refund.
rating
