A Neurophenomenology of Awe and Wonder
Author | : Shaun Gallagher |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 205 |
Release | : 2015-10-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781137496058 |
ISBN-13 | : 1137496053 |
Rating | : 4/5 (053 Downloads) |
Download or read book A Neurophenomenology of Awe and Wonder written by Shaun Gallagher and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.