The Emperor's New Mind
The Emperor's New Mind
Roger Penrose
David Deutsch
David Deutsch recommended this book in his book "The Fabric of Reality."
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The Emperor's New Mind

The Emperor's New Mind

Roger Penrose
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Roger Penrose
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In "The Emperor's New Mind," Roger Penrose embarks on an intellectual odyssey, challenging the very foundation of our understanding of consciousness and its relationship with the physical universe. With the grace of a poet and the precision of a scientist, Penrose weaves together the worlds of physics, mathematics, cosmology, and philosophy to argue against the notion that the human mind's complexities can ever be replicated by artificial intelligence. Through a series of compelling arguments and thought experiments, Penrose invites readers into a realm where the mysteries of quantum mechanics collide with the enigmas of consciousness, suggesting that the secret to understanding the mind lies not in silicon, but in the unexplored depths of our own universe. Penrose's masterful narrative is both a critique of technological hubris and a celebration of the human spirit's unique capacity for creativity and understanding. "The Emperor's New Mind" is not just a book; it's a journey to the frontiers of knowledge, where the questions asked are as important as the answers found. Penrose challenges us to reconsider what we think we know about the mind, offering a vision of science that is rich, nuanced, and, above all, deeply human. This is a landmark work that continues to provoke and inspire, a must-read for anyone fascinated by the puzzle of consciousness and the marvels of the universe we inhabit.

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Released
1989
1 Jan
Length
602
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David Deutsch recommended this book in his book "The Fabric of Reality."
All I would myself ask for would be that our perceptive interrogator should really feel convinced, from the nature of the computer’s replies, that there is a conscious presence underlying these replies
— Roger Penrose, The Emperor's New Mind

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