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The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind is a 1976 book by the Princeton psychologist, psychohistorian[a] and consciousness theorist Julian Jaynes (1920-1997). It explores the nature of consciousness – particularly "the ability to introspect" – and its evolution in ancient human history. Jaynes proposes that consciousness is a learned behavior rooted in language and culture rather than being innate.[b] He distinguishes consciousness from sensory awareness and cognition. Jaynes introduces the concept of the "bicameral mind", a non-conscious mentality prevalent in early humans that relied on auditory hallucinations.

The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind - Wikipedia Jump to content From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia 1976 book by Julian Jaynes The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind Author Julian Jaynes Language English Subject Consciousness Publisher Houghton Mifflin, Mariner Books Publication date 1976 Publication place United States Media type Print ( Hardcover , Paperback , Digital) Pages 512 (English edition) ISBN 978-0618057078 The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind is a 1976 book by the Princeton psychologist, psyc

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