About the book
Attention is a fundamental feature of the mind yet has languished in the backwaters of philosophy. Recent years, however, have witnessed a resurgence of philosophical interest in attention, driven by recognition that it is closely connected to consciousness, perception, agency, thought, justification and introspection. As is becoming clear, attention has a rich philosophical significance.
This is the first book to provide a systematic overview and assessment of different empirical and philosophical aspects of attention. Wayne Wu discusses the following central topics and problems:
- major experiments and theories of attention in psychology since the 1950s
- the neuroscience of attention, including basic mechanisms and models
- attention’s intimate relation to agency
- the phenomenology of attention
- attention as a gatekeeper for consciousness
- attention as the basis for perception-based thought about objects
- the role of attention in the justification of belief
- attention in introspection of consciousness.
A key feature of the book is its skilful analysis of the empirical work on attention, and how this relates to philosophy. Additional features include chapter summaries, annotated further reading and a glossary, making this an ideal starting point for anyone studying attention for the first time, as well as being suitable for more advanced students and researchers in psychology, cognitive science, and philosophy.
Editions of Attention
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317693963
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317693970
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Attention is a fundamental feature of the mind yet has languished in the backwaters of philosophy. Recent years, however, have witnessed a resurgence of philosophical interest in attention, driven by recognition that it is closely connected to consciousness, perception, agency, thought, justification and introspection. As is becoming clear, attention has a rich philosophical significance.
This is the first book to provide a systematic overview and assessment of different empirical and philosophical aspects of attention. Wayne Wu discusses the following central topics and problems:
- major experiments and theories of attention in psychology since the 1950s
- the neuroscience of attention, including basic mechanisms and models
- attention’s intimate relation to agency
- the phenomenology of attention
- attention as a gatekeeper for consciousness
- attention as the basis for perception-based thought about objects
- the role of attention in the justification of belief
- attention in introspection of consciousness.
A key feature of the book is its skilful analysis of the empirical work on attention, and how this relates to philosophy. Additional features include chapter summaries, annotated further reading and a glossary, making this an ideal starting point for anyone studying attention for the first time, as well as being suitable for more advanced students and researchers in psychology, cognitive science, and philosophy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Attention about?
Attention is a fundamental feature of the mind yet has languished in the backwaters of philosophy. Recent years, however, have witnessed a resurgence of philosophical interest in attention, driven by recognition that it is closely connected to consciousness, perception, agency, thought, justification and introspection. As is becoming clear, attention has a rich philosophical significance.
This is the first book to provide a systematic overview and assessment of different empirical and philosophical aspects of attention. Wayne Wu discusses the following central topics and problems:
- major experiments and theories of attention in psychology since the 1950s
- the neuroscience of attention, including basic mechanisms and models
- attention’s intimate relation to agency
- the phenomenology of attention
- attention as a gatekeeper for consciousness
- attention as the basis for perception-based thought about objects
- the role of attention in the justification of belief
- attention in introspection of consciousness.
A key feature of the book is its skilful analysis of the empirical work on attention, and how this relates to philosophy. Additional features include chapter summaries, annotated further reading and a glossary, making this an ideal starting point for anyone studying attention for the first time, as well as being suitable for more advanced students and researchers in psychology, cognitive science, and philosophy.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Attention?
Philosophy and Religion > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Philosophy of mind
Where can I read a sample of Attention?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317693963
Is Attention part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series New Problems of Philosophy
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Attention?
Wayne Wu
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Attention is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317693963) and pdf(ISBN 9781317693970)