The Astonishing Hypothesis - Francis Crick (Hardback, 1994 First Edition)
A rare collector’s opportunity: A MINT condition 1994 UK First Edition of "The Astonishing Hypothesis" by Nobel Prize winner Francis Crick.
This is the definitive hardback edition of Crick’s ground-breaking "Scientific Search for the Soul." While he is world-famous for co-discovering the structure of DNA, this work remains a cornerstone in the field of neuroscience and consciousness.
Condition:
Book: Mint / As New. Tight binding, crisp pages, no foxing, and no inscriptions.
Dust Jacket: Excellent. Unclipped, with original colours bright and no tears or shelf-wear.
This copy has been extremely well-preserved and is a perfect addition to a science or philosophy library.
Key Features:
Author: Nobel Laureate Francis Crick
Format: Hardback with original Dust Jacket
Publisher: Simon & Schuster, London (1994)
ISBN: 067171158X
Edition: UK First Edition, First Printing
Synopsis: Crick explores the "astonishing" idea that our thoughts, joys, and sense of self are simply the result of a vast assembly of nerve cells and molecules. He uses his formidable scientific mind to tackle the mystery of human consciousness, focusing specifically on the visual system to explain how we perceive the world.
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