Critique of Rationality

This book uses mathematical logic and neurology to explore the boundaries of consciousness, identifying non-intentional cognitive categories and developing a self-representational higher-order theory of consciousness.

Format: Hardback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2022
Publisher: Peter Lang AG

This captivating book delves into the intricate boundaries of our thoughts and consciousness, exploring the profound interplay between the mind and the enigmatic realm of mind-independent reality. By employing a fusion of mathematical logic and the insights of neurology, the author skillfully navigates the complex terrain of understanding these boundaries. At the heart of this exploration lies the crucial task of defining the boundaries between immanence and transcendence of consciousness. To accomplish this, the author courageously ventures into the realm of paradox, proposing a series of transcendental a priori categories as foundational axioms of the mind. While this may seem paradoxical, the author ingeniously identifies these non-intentional cognitive categories through the application of mathematical category theory.

In the subsequent chapters, the author further elucidates the intentional categories of consciousness by employing mathematical set theory, culminating in the development of a self-representational higher-order theory of consciousness (SHOT). This groundbreaking theory provides a comprehensive framework for comprehending the nature of consciousness and its relationship to the world around us.

Finally, the author brings together the intentional and non-intentional categories through an algebraic topography, resulting in the creation of a captivating model of the mind. This model offers a holistic perspective, capturing the intricate interplay between our conscious experiences and the underlying mechanisms of the mind.

Through its rigorous scholarship and innovative approach, this book not only expands our understanding of the mind but also inspires us to contemplate the profound mysteries that lie at the intersection of consciousness and the universe. It serves as a testament to the power of intellectual exploration and the endless possibilities that await us when we embrace the boundless potential of the human mind.

Weight: 314g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783631865729
Edition number: New ed