An introduction to the philosophy of mind E. J. Lowe offers a lucid and wide ranging introduction to the philosophy of mind. Using a problem centered approach designed to stimulate as well as instruct he begins with a general examination of the mind body problem and moves on to more specific issues including perception rationality action and self knowledge. His discussion is distinctive in giving equal attention to deep metaphysical questions concerning the mind and to the discoveries and theories of modern scientific psychology. It will be of interest to any reader with a basic grounding in modern philosophy Introduction Minds bodies and people Mental states Mental content Sensation and appearance Perception Thought and language Human rationality and artificial intelligence Action intention and will Personal identity and self knowledge