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WorldView: An Outlier's Essays and Opinions on Thought, Consciousness and Intelligence.
A worldview is a collection of mental models that form a structure or framework with which the brain classifies and interprets incoming and existing input. It forms the basis for what and how we think and what we choose to believe or dismiss.
R. C. Hörsch argues that the prevailing worldview --that humans are special on Earth and in the Universe-- is comically prejudiced and hopelessly wrong. He suggests that humans exist not because of, but in spite of, their complex brains and that, far from being a masterpiece of the evolutionary process, the human brain might be an unfortunate mutation, a handicap to survival and a fundamentally unintelligent device poorly suited and unable to cope with modern requirements for complicated decision making and thought.
R. C. Hörsch argues that the prevailing worldview --that humans are special on Earth and in the Universe-- is comically prejudiced and hopelessly wrong. He suggests that humans exist not because of, but in spite of, their complex brains and that, far from being a masterpiece of the evolutionary process, the human brain might be an unfortunate mutation, a handicap to survival and a fundamentally unintelligent device poorly suited and unable to cope with modern requirements for complicated decision making and thought.
242 pages, Paperback
Published May 1, 2023
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R.C. Hörsch
7 books24 followersAlternately an artist, filmmaker, musician and writer, R. C. Hörsch's work ranges from quietly poetic to explicit and very disturbing. He is cited academically, along with Robert Mapplethorpe, as an example of an artist whose transgressive work is, nevertheless, unequivocally art.
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March 5, 2025
WorldView is a collection of essays that challenges the way we think about thought, consciousness and intelligence. The author takes a unique and often unconventional approach to these topics, weaving together philosophy, science and personal reflections to explore the human mind and perception.
One of the books strengths is its balance of depth and accessibility. The subjects are complex – from the nature of reality to the limits of human intelligence – but the writing is engaging and easy to follow. The author doesn’t just present ideas, they challenge the reader to question assumptions and consider other points of view. For those who enjoy writing about complex ideas, engaging with philosophical debates can be just as fun as writing academic essays, and resources like https://kingessays.com/write-essays-f... can be helpful in structuring and refining your thoughts.
The essays vary in tone, some feel very philosophical and others almost scientific in their analysis of consciousness. There’s a sense of curiosity and open-mindedness throughout which will appeal to readers interested in both neuroscience and abstract thought. But the book may not resonate with everyone. Some arguments venture into speculative territory which may not be for those who want straight empirical discussions.
Overall this is a great book for anyone who is interested in the intersection of thought, perception and intelligence. It will make you think, debate and appreciate the mysteries of the human mind.
One of the books strengths is its balance of depth and accessibility. The subjects are complex – from the nature of reality to the limits of human intelligence – but the writing is engaging and easy to follow. The author doesn’t just present ideas, they challenge the reader to question assumptions and consider other points of view. For those who enjoy writing about complex ideas, engaging with philosophical debates can be just as fun as writing academic essays, and resources like https://kingessays.com/write-essays-f... can be helpful in structuring and refining your thoughts.
The essays vary in tone, some feel very philosophical and others almost scientific in their analysis of consciousness. There’s a sense of curiosity and open-mindedness throughout which will appeal to readers interested in both neuroscience and abstract thought. But the book may not resonate with everyone. Some arguments venture into speculative territory which may not be for those who want straight empirical discussions.
Overall this is a great book for anyone who is interested in the intersection of thought, perception and intelligence. It will make you think, debate and appreciate the mysteries of the human mind.
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