Evolving the Mind: On the Nature of Matter and the Origin of Consciousness

The next great revolution in science will undoubtedly be the emergence of a useful theory of consciousness--a theory based on our better understanding of molecules and brains and of the nature of science itself. In a straightforward, conversational style, Cairns-Smith synthesizes the contributions of a wide range of scientific disciplines to bring science to the brink of a unified theory of consciousness. 66 illustrations.