A Neurophenomenology of Awe and Wonder: Towards a Non-Reductionist Cognitive Science

by Shaun Gallagher, Bruce Janz, Lauren Reinerman

This book presents a study of the various feelings of awe and wonder experienced by astronauts during space flight. It summarizes the results of two experimental, interdisciplinary studies that employ methods from neuroscience, psychology, phenomenology and simulation technology, and it argues for a non-reductionist approach to cognitive science.

Genres: Psychology, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Science

204 pages, Hardcover

First published October 7, 2015

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Reviews

[Carlosfelipe Pardo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very systematic approach at measuring how awe and wonder are felt in interesting space settings. Theoretically enlightening.

[Abigail Gray · Rating 4 out of 5]

greatly enjoyed, was a very interesting and educational read. recommend if you are interested in cognition, non-reductionist science, or awe and wonder!

[natasia]

tu teoretyczna warstwa już dużo lepsza i ostrożniejsza niż u keltnera, fajnie o nieredukcjonizmie, fenomeno i gdyby mnie bardziej interesowały metodologiczne nitty-gritty to pewnie też byłoby fajnie, tak to tylko doceniałam i skipowałamxd

[Isidor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excelente libro explica bastante bien la neurofenomenologia, la cognición 4E con una escritura muy sencilla desde la filosofía de la mente

[learnedHamster]

This is a fine Shaun with some gems, specifically; the astronaut diaries. But, these diaries aren't available online anymore unfortunately!