Man a Machine by Julien Offray de La Mettrie
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La Mettrie, Julien Offray de, 1709-1751
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"Man a Machine" by Julien Offray de La Mettrie is a work of materialist philosophy first published in 1747. Extending Descartes' view of animals as automatons, La Mettrie argues that humans are also machines. He rejects the existence of a soul separate from matter, demonstrating how physical conditions—sleep, nutrition, drugs—directly affect what w...
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Robert Lopez
2 years agoI found the author's tone to be very professional yet accessible, the step-by-step breakdown of the methodology is extremely helpful for students. Definitely a five-star contribution to the field.
Linda Lee
1 year agoSolid information without the usual fluff.
Mary Lee
1 year agoI've gone through the entire material twice now, and the chapter on advanced strategies offers insights I haven't seen elsewhere. This adds significant depth to my understanding of the field.
David Thompson
1 month agoComparing this to other titles in the same genre, the evidence-based approach makes it a very credible source of information. A perfect balance of theory and practical advice.
David Harris
2 years agoIt’s rare to find such a well-structured narrative nowadays, the language used is precise without being overly academic or confusing. I feel much more confident in my knowledge after finishing this.