Uncommon Sense: A Theory of Human Purpose

by J.R. Miller

Does anything matter? The Jury is about to convene..

Genres: Philosophy, Nonfiction

232 pages, Paperback

Published June 17, 2016

Reviews

[Joel Dennstedt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Joel R. Dennstedt for Readers' Favorite

Uncommon Sense: A Theory of Human Purpose by J.R. Miller is not for the intellectually faint of heart. Self-purportedly a kind of academic dispatch from the margins of conventional humanistic understanding, because “through strong objectivity and the outsider-within phenomenon, marginalized individuals are placed in a unique position to point to patterns of behavior that those immersed in the dominant group culture are unable to recognize,” this meticulously developed argument/theory/proposal reads like a University dissertation. Miller is conscientious in preparing the reader for his paradigm-altering material, laying the groundwork early and inclusively for a discussion based primarily on the symbolistic determinant of semiotics as a model for the world, for evolution, and ultimately for explaining the nature and potential of human purpose. Thus, all discussion becomes subsumed within his all-consuming: Subjective Annihilation Theory.

Uncommon Sense: A Theory of Human Purpose is much too complex to summarize with some ultra-concise marketing throwaway tagline, and J.R. Miller has applied too much academic rigor to his thinking to simplify his theory with some offhand cliché remark. This treatise was prepared and presented with the precision and specificity of a legal brief or scientific paper, and any assessment of its content, arguments, or conclusions (especially regarding the many axioms presented as both the determinants and relative assumptions on which Miller’s methodology depends) demands and requires the commitment, accessibility, and pinpoint receptivity of a thoroughly, and hopefully well-acquainted-with-the-subject, interested party. What may be stated with absolute certainty, however, is that Miller’s work is ultimately impressive, internally consistent, rationally cohesive, and mostly convincing. In the end, Uncommon Sense, even with its uncommonly cynical objectivity, makes a lot of sense.

[Huguette Larochelle · Rating 2 out of 5]

this book is for peoples with brain to read this you need a degree in science .
it not a book for me , i win this book.
there a glossary,at the end , for words what they mean.

[Jim · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was a Goodreads winner of this book. I found the first part of this book complex reading and I really had to slow down while reading to understand fully what was presented, but sticking with it the second part made me ponder a lot of what was being said. This book shares a lot of interesting topics and allows the reader to think outside the box.

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the first review I've ever done so bare with me. This book was interesting to say the least, I was lucky enough to get a copy of this book through a giveaway and I was excited because it's right up my alley. This book was a tough read... it took me a LONG time. Overall I really enjoyed it and it's a good book for anyone interested in social problems, sociology, or just humanity in general. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read this I've had a lot of mental growth from it.

[Maggies Daisy · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting book that digs deep into like the title of the book suggests. Why are we here? and why do we continue to repeat history in so many ways? I found some of the terminology to be way beyond what my normal vocabulary is but I enjoyed researching some of the ideas within this book. The ideas presented make some good assumptions and it was a good learning experience plus it makes for some zealous discussions with my peers.

[TelynLl · Rating 2 out of 5]

For me, this was a philosophy book best for those fresh from reading things like Nietzsche and Judith Butler and semiotics/theory. I am 20 years away from that and abandoned my attempt, though I had wanted to love it since I won it in a giveaway. Thanks for the opportunity to take a look at it though!

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

When reading this book you really need to have an open mind. Yes some of it you do not understand but looking up the words made it easier to comprehend the book. This is not a book I would have my kids reads as they would not understand the concept behind the book.

[Joanna · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book took me so long to read as it's written so scientifically I'd end up forgetting what i'd just read. So reading little and often was best for me.

This book was very interesting and has opened my mind a lot more

[Meghan · Rating 1 out of 5]

I received this book via Goodreads giveaways.

I was excited to read this book, but honestly it felt so all over the place and repetitive at the same time. Maybe if I reread it I'll get it, but I most likely won't.

[Shay Leszinske · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting take on humanity.

[Samantha Canavan · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was difficult to get through. But hopefully it will reach others who are better suited to logical & illogical conversations.

[Dagmar · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very difficult reading, I almost had to force myself back to the book. The ideas behind all the jargon are well thought out but the writing style makes it tough to keep at it.