Functions: New Essays in the Philosophy of Psychology and Biology

Rating:
Summary: A random mix, not for the beginner...
Review: Although this book has many papers that weigh in on current debates, some papers are simply rewrites of older material. There is very little "road-mapping"-- the editors seem to assume some familiarity with the field already. Plus many of the authors seem to talk past each other.

Overall, though, there are some really excellent ideas and great insights. Pick up an intro anthology first, then dive in to this one.

Rating:
Summary: A random mix, not for the beginner...
Review: Although this book has many papers that weigh in on current debates, some papers are simply rewrites of older material. There is very little "road-mapping"-- the editors seem to assume some familiarity with the field already. Plus many of the authors seem to talk past each other.

Overall, though, there are some really excellent ideas and great insights. Pick up an intro anthology first, then dive in to this one.