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The Emperor's New Mind: Concerning Computers, Minds and The Laws of Physics is a 1989 book by the mathematical physicist Roger Penrose. Penrose argues that human consciousness is non-algorithmic, and thus is not capable of being modeled by a conventional Turing machine, which includes a digital computer.
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Jan 1, 2001 · Roger Penrose. In his bestselling work of popular science, Roger Penrose takes us on a fascinating roller-coaster ride through the basic principles of physics, cosmology, mathematics, and philosophy to show that human thinking can never be emulated by a machine. 602 pages, Paperback. First published January 1, 1989.
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In his bestselling work of popular science, Sir Roger Penrose takes us on a fascinating tour through the basic principles of physics, cosmology, mathematics, and philosophy to show that...
Oct 5, 1989 · In his bestselling work of popular science, Sir Roger Penrose takes us on a fascinating tour through the basic principles of physics, cosmology, mathematics, and philosophy to show that human thinking can never be emulated by a machine.
Dec 12, 2002 · The Emperor's New Mind by Roger Penrose is a challenging and thought-provoking book that attempts to reconcile the laws of physics with the existence of human consciousness.
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Mar 4, 1999 · The Emperor's New Mind: Concerning Computers, Minds, and the Laws of Physics. Roger Penrose. OUP Oxford, Mar 4, 1999 - Computers - 602 pages. For decades, proponents of artificial intelligence...
Jul 1, 2016 · The Emperor’s New Mind contrasts two theories of mind, that of strong AI and an alternative being somewhat tentatively put forward by Prof. Penrose. The focus of the book is on consciousness.
