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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on the debate between scientific materialism and the concept of protoplasm as the basis of life. The author argues against the idea that all living matter is fundamentally the same, demonstrating that different types of organisms have distinct forms, functions, and chemical compositions. The author positions this debate within the context of the broader history of scientific inquiry into the nature of life, from the work of early cell theorists to contemporary advances in microscopy. The book explores the implications of this debate for our understanding of the relationship between mind and body, challenging the reductionist view that consciousness is simply a product of physical processes. Ultimately, the book argues that the concept of protoplasm is inadequate to explain the complexity and diversity of life, and suggests that a more holistic approach is necessary to understand the nature of living organisms. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282154547_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282154547
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