Volitional Brain: Towards a Neuroscience of Free Will

by Anthony Freeman (Editor), Benjamin Libet (Editor), Keith Sutherland (Editor)

It is widely accepted in science that the universe is a closed deterministic system in which everything can, ultimately, be explained by purely physical causation. And yet we all experience ourselves as having the freedom to choose between alternatives presented to us ― 'we' are in the driving seat. The puzzling status of volition is explored in this issue by a distinguished body of scientists and philosophers.

Genres: Philosophy, Neuroscience, Science, Nonfiction

320 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Heather]

I have been really disappointed in this book. The first few chapters were interesting but then it seemed to be redundant. I got bored with it rather quickly. I think I will devote my times to books that further retain my attention.

[Joel]

If you want to really test your brain power