Cognitive Science: An Introduction to the Study of Mind

by Jay D. (Daniel) Friedenberg, Gordon W. Silverman, Michael J. Spivey

Cognitive Science provides a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the study of the mind. Authors Jay Friedenberg, Gordon Silverman, and Michael J. Spivey examine the mind from the perspective of different fields, including philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, networks, evolution, emotional and social cognition, linguistics, artificial intelligence, robotics, and the new framework of embodied cognition. Each chapter focuses on a particular disciplinary approach and explores methodologies, theories, and empirical findings. Substantially updated with new and expanded content, the Fourth Edition reflects the latest research in this rapidly evolving field.

568 pages, Paperback

First published July 12, 2011

Reviews

[Jakob Jensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Actually read 3rd edition. Very good intro to cognitive science. Could include more on consciousness but altogether Very comprehensive.