Past, Space, and Self

This philosophical exploration examines how our fundamental understanding of space and time shapes the very architecture of human consciousness. John Campbell argues that our cognitive structures—how we organize thought, memory, and identity—are deeply rooted in our perception of spatial relationships and temporal sequences. The book connects abstract philosophical concepts to the concrete ways we navigate the world, suggesting that our sense of self is built upon the scaffold of physical and temporal experience. It’s a compelling thesis that grounds the complexities of the mind in the basic coordinates of existence.

Campbell’s work stands out for its interdisciplinary reach, weaving together insights from philosophy, psychology, and cognitive science without losing its philosophical core. Readers with an interest in the foundations of consciousness and the nature of subjective experience will find this particularly rewarding, as it reframes age-old questions about identity through the lens of our most basic perceptions. The result is a thought-provoking read that challenges you to reconsider the very framework of your own thinking.