Self Comes to Mind – Antonio Damasio

Where does the “self” come from? Renowned neuroscientist Antonio Damasio argues in Self Comes to Mind that consciousness emerges from the brain’s mapping of the body — weaving together biology, philosophy, and psychology to examine how feelings, emotions, and memory converge to create the experience of being human.

Goodreads readers call it “dense but illuminating” and “a profound exploration of mind and self,” earning a 4.1/5 rating. Praised in academic circles for bridging neuroscience and philosophy with clarity and depth.

Perfect for readers of The Feeling of What Happens by Antonio Damasio, Consciousness Explained by Daniel Dennett, and How to Create a Mind by Ray Kurzweil. The quote that captures it: “Consciousness begins when the brain tells a story about the body.”

A paperback (2010) in Good condition — minor wear, all pages present and intact.