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The Emperor's New Mind: Concerning Computers, Minds, and the Laws of Physics (Popular Science)
Roger Penrose
For decades, proponents of artificial intelligence have argued that computers will soon be doing everything that a human mind can do. Admittedly, computers now play chess at the grandmaster level, but do they understand the game as we do? Can a computer eventually do everything a human
mind can do?
In this absorbing and frequently contentious book, Roger Penrose--eminent physicist and winner, with Stephen Hawking, of the prestigious Wolf prize--puts forward his view that there are s... (show more)
Reviews (53)
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Amazing book, but the viewpoints are kind of antiquated. Still a brilliant treatment of mathematical physics though.
I thought this book was fantastic when I was 16. I'm not sure what I'd think about it now. It was my first introduction to computer science.
It has its own misgivings that have, no doubt, been jumped upon by critics; however it is a wonderful read. Refreshingly mathematical.
A major challenge to scientists studying mind. Caused quite a stir when it was published. Heavy reading but worth the effort.
Woah, intense. Fascinating, barely comprehensible, blowing! THis guy doesn't hold back!
Oh boy. This book is in the "snicker, snicker" category of my friends who know more than I do but I must say I really like it. Penrose does a great job explaining the issues modern physics presents combined with the difficulties of theories of self-awareness and "consciousness" (whatever that is). Quantum vestibules? Ok, not so convinced but I love it none the less - if only Penrose's critics were so eloquent or perceptive.
I really enjoyed this book. Some have said it was too dry and mathematical, perhaps; but I appreciated his not dumbing it down. Given the subject matter and Penrose's ability to give concise treatments of the numerous variables involved, I couldn't put this one down. I've read numerous books devoted to the human mind but this is one of the best. Word of warning: don't rush through this one.
