...Joseph Levine argues that there is an “explanatory gap” between the brain and the conscious mind. Papineau agrees that there is such a gap, but points out that similar gaps are found with all identity claims involving directly referring terms, and so the gap does nothing to discredit materialism...

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...This chapter introduces some central notions. It treats the conscious mind as part of a larger dynamical system and focuses on the interfaces with other parts of the system; that is, experience, on the incoming end, and action or volition, on the outgoing end. The fundamental point of contrast...

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...Despite the fact that the DNA formula of living structures is known and that the substrate of matter is almost understood, it is surprising that the conscious mind manages to remain a mystery. This is where man’s rational understanding of the world falls short and his ignorance is highlighted...

...This chapter outlines the modern theoretical framework in which the conscious mind is discussed. It discusses the distinction between primary and secondary properties; the link between primary properties and quantity, and between secondary properties and quality; and the claim that the former...

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