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Hofstadter extends his celebrated style with a rich examination of how dynamic, fluid concepts drive creativity and analogical reasoning. The book weaves computer simulation, artificial intelligence, and cognitive science to illuminate the mechanisms behind perception, learning, and idea formation. Readers engaged in psychology, philosophy, and AI find an elaborate, intellectually stimulating framework that redefines our understanding of mind. Building on his earlier works, Hofstadter presents a sophisticated view in which analogies serve as the engine of cognitive development. By integrating simulation models and comparative analogies, the author challenges conventional assumptions and opens new pathways for research across disciplines.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Technology & Computing/Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Douglas R. Hofstadter
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