Theories of Perception in Medieval and Early Modern Philosophy
. Ed(S): Knuuttila, Simo; Karkkainen, Pekka
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Paperback. Editor(s): Knuuttila, Simo; Karkkainen, Pekka. Series: Studies in the History of Philosophy of Mind. Num Pages: 292 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 468.
Sense perception is one of the classical themes in philosophy. Although perhaps not among the most exciting topics, it is traditionally considered a necessary preamble to many of these, such as the mind-body relationship, consciousness, knowledge, and scepticism. This introductory role is not the only reason for the philosophical interest in perception. It is also a phenomenon which raises important questions about what is perceived, how a perceptual experience is caused, what the content of perception is, whether this content is conceptual, how perception is related to epistemic attitudes, and so on. While philosophical psychology is the main area in ... Read more
Sense perception is one of the classical themes in philosophy. Although perhaps not among the most exciting topics, it is traditionally considered a necessary preamble to many of these, such as the mind-body relationship, consciousness, knowledge, and scepticism. This introductory role is not the only reason for the philosophical interest in perception. It is also a phenomenon which raises important questions about what is perceived, how a perceptual experience is caused, what the content of perception is, whether this content is conceptual, how perception is related to epistemic attitudes, and so on. While philosophical psychology is the main area in ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
292
Condition
New
Series
Studies in the History of Philosophy of Mind
Number of Pages
292
Place of Publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
ISBN
9789048175437
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V9789048175437
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