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Other Minds

Peter Godfrey-Smith
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Other Minds

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016

Book Brief

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Peter Godfrey-Smith

Other Minds

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

257

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Other Minds by Peter Godfrey-Smith, readers explore the complex intelligence and consciousness of cephalopods, particularly octopuses and squids. The book delves into evolutionary biology to illustrate how these creatures demonstrate unique and sophisticated behaviors, providing insight into the nature of intelligence and the evolutionary pathways that lead to its development.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

29,775 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Peter Godfrey-Smith's Other Minds receives acclaim for its compelling exploration of cephalopod intelligence, blending scientific rigor with accessible prose. Readers appreciate its insights into consciousness evolution. However, some criticize it for occasional verbosity and repetition. Overall, it's praised for enlightening both laypeople and experts about undersea cognition.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Other Minds?

Readers who enjoyed The Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery or Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari will appreciate Peter Godfrey-Smith's Other Minds. It engages anyone fascinated by marine biology, evolutionary theory, and the nature of consciousness, especially those curious about the intricate lives and intelligence of cephalopods.

4.2

29,775 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

257

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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