Addiction and the Captive Will

Explore the profound intersections of philosophy and neuroscience in Addiction and the Captive Will by Cynthia Geppert, published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC in 2024. This thought-provoking hardback delves into a compelling dialogue between Augustine's timeless Confessions and contemporary neuroscientific models of addiction, focusing on the complex doctrine of the captivity of the will. With 280 pages of insightful analysis, Geppert invites readers to reconsider the nature of addiction through a philosophical lens, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in psychology, philosophy, or the science of addiction. Discover how ancient wisdom can illuminate modern challenges in understanding human behavior.