Transparent Minds in Science Fiction

Delving into the relationship between neuroscience and science fiction, the book analyzes narratives from Mary Shelley to Kazuo Ishiguro, spanning 200 years. Paul Matthews provides insights into existence and self-awareness, demonstrating how science fiction reflects and shapes our understanding of alien and post-human consciousness. His rigorous research is presented in an accessible manner, highlighting how psycho-emotional themes in science fiction both imitate and inform our perceptions of identity and consciousness through metaphorical storytelling.