I've Been Thinking

We are lucky that Dennett exists … This is a generous book written by a figure who has made a significant impact on philosophy … Anyone interested in philosophy should read it and consider how he achieved his distinctive voice. – Nigel Warburton * TLS *How unfair for one man to be blessed with such a torrent of stimulating thoughts. Stimulating is an understatement. – Richard DawkinsUnlike traditional philosophers, Daniel Dennett is a student of neuroscience, linguistics, artificial intelligence, computer science, and psychology. He’s redefining and reforming the role of the philosopher. – Marvin MinskyDennett has earned his reputation as one of today’s most readable, intellectually nimble and scientifically literate philosophers. * Nature *There seems to be no stopping Daniel Dennett. He has played a major role in integrating philosophy of mind with cognitive science, and his ideas have been widely discussed for decades… He is always fun to read. He has few equals at explaining complex topics, and his positive theories are never boring. * TLS *Dennett is the mild-mannered super wizard of philosophical brainstorms. * 3: AM Magazine *At 81 he has lost none of his sense of wonder … refreshingly gossipy and unfiltered. – Joe Humphreys * Irish Times *

Daniel C. Dennett was University Professor Emeritus at Tufts University and the author of numerous books including From Bacteria to Bach and Back, Intuition Pumps and Other Tools for Thinking, Breaking the Spell, Darwin’s Dangerous Idea, and Consciousness Explained. He died on 19 April 2024.