Microcognition: Philosophy, Cognitive Science and Parallel Distributed Processing (Explorations in Cognitive Science)

by A Clark (Author)

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1991
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Parallel distributed processing is transforming the field of cognitive science. Microcognition provides a clear, readable guide to this emerging paradigm from a cognitive philosopher's point of view. It explains and explores the biological basis of PDP, its psychological importance, and its philosophical relevance.

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Parallel distributed processing is transforming the field of cognitive science. Microcognition provides a clear, readable guide to this emerging paradigm from a cognitive philosopher's point of view. It explains and explores the biological basis of PDP, its psychological importance, and its philosophical relevance.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: New Ed
Publisher: MIT Press
Published: 10 Apr 1991
ISBN 10: 0262530953
ISBN 13: 9780262530958
Book Overview: Andy Clark is surely one of the brightest, wisest, wittiest philosophers working in this fast-growing field today. His examples are apt, and his writing is clear and vivid. The book is as authoritative as its tone suggests. -- Daniel C. Dennett, Tufts University

Media Reviews

Witty and eloquent.... Definitely worth reading. -Amahl Smith, Times Literary Supplement

Author Bio

Andy Clark is Doctor of Philosophy at the School of Cognitive and Computing Sciences at the University of Sussex.