A Passion for Specificity

Through a deep and personal dialogue, the book explores the contrasts between literary and scientific experiences. It raises critical questions about the shareability of experiences and the influence of language and metaphor on our understanding. Marco Caracciolo and Russell Hurlburt engage in a rigorous examination of their differing approaches, challenging each other's perspectives. By applying Hurlburt's experience sampling methods to Caracciolo's insights, they uncover new dimensions of understanding both personal and literary experiences, pushing the boundaries of their initial assumptions.