The Mind-Body Problem

by Rebecca Goldstein · 1985

Rebecca Goldstein's novel about philosophy, mathematics, ambition, and the mind-body problem.

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Rebecca Goldstein · Philosopher and novelist

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Patrick CollisonCo-founder and CEO, Stripe

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Rebecca GoldsteinPhilosopher and novelist

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