A review by annieecusack
The Case for a Living Universe by Matthew R. Benton

challenging informative reflective fast-paced

5.0

*ARC copy provided by the author through BookSirens*

This book was so well-written, informative, and thought-provoking — it really made me start to view the world differently. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who is interested in the philosophy of cognition and perception across species, and what it means to be “conscious,” “aware,” or “experiencing” beyond the simplified notions of instinct and reflex; I guarantee you will be re-evaluating your ideas of perceptual experience, intelligence, and awareness. I’ll be looking out closely for Benton’s next book…