Mind, matter and quantum mechanics

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Henry Stapp, a prominent quantum physicist, explores the profound implications of quantum theory on our understanding of matter and consciousness. In this collection of key papers and new material, he addresses how quantum mechanics integrates conscious thought with the physical brain. The book is structured into four sections: an extended introduction, foundational papers with a clear exposition of the "orthodox" interpretation of quantum mechanics, a discussion of the theory's implications for humanity's self-perception and societal impact, and a mathematical appendix for specialists alongside a glossary for lay readers. The third edition has been notably expanded with two new chapters reflecting Stapp's latest research, prompting readers to ponder essential questions about existence in a quantum universe.