Summary of The Concept of Mind

The Concept of Mind by Gilbert Ryle is a philosophical exploration of the nature of mind, as well as the relationship between mind and body. Ryle examines the traditional dualism of mind and body, and argues that this traditional view is a false dichotomy. He maintains that the concept of mind is a philosophical category mistake, and that mental processes are simply different kinds of behavior. The book is divided into two parts, the first part discussing the concept of mind, and the second part exploring how it relates to other philosophical topics, such as physicalism, behaviorism, language, and behavior. The book is considered a classic of 20th century philosophy, and has been influential in the development of the philosophy of mind.