Intelligence Vol by Taine (32 results)

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. PHL 036491 Volume II. CARP Original, 1875, Solid green cloth hard cover with gold titling, cloth with imprints of fleur-de-lis. Boards with edge and corner wear, head and heel of spine with small chipping. Cloth on spine is split along the hinge of the top 2 1/2 inches and the spine cloth tore away from the spine there hanging by the cloth on the front hinge, we re-glued this section of spine cloth. Pages some yellowed. 289pp.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of human thought and how we acquire knowledge. The author, in the tradition of philosophers like Condillac, explores the role of signs and symbols in shaping our understanding. He argues that our most complex ideas are ultimately built from simple sensations and mental images, which are themselves mere substitutes for the real experiences we have. The book uses a clear and engaging approach, drawing on examples from everyday life, mathematics, and even the study of hallucinations to illustrate his points. Through a series of careful analyses, the author examines how we form general concepts, how these concepts become intertwined with language, and how images and sensations are the building blocks of our mental world. He even ventures into the realm of physiology, proposing a connection between specific brain functions and different types of mental events. Ultimately, the book reveals the intricate mechanisms at work within our minds, offering a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of how we think and what it means to have knowledge. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book dives into the fascinating, and often counterintuitive, nature of human perception. The author takes the reader on a journey through the intricate workings of our senses, revealing how our perception of the world around us is not a direct experience, but rather a complex process of interpretation and construction. Drawing inspiration from the philosophical tradition, the author explores how our understanding of objects and the physical world is shaped by the very nature of our sensations. The book carefully dissects the process of external perception, analyzing the role of sensations like touch, sight, and sound in building our perception of solidity, color, and form. The author argues that these qualities we attribute to objects are not inherent properties, but rather reflections of our sensory experiences. This rigorous exploration of the foundations of perception invites the reader to question their own assumptions about reality, prompting them to consider the very real possibility that the world we perceive is not as simple as it seems. This book challenges readers to rethink the nature of knowledge and the relationship between mind and matter. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Fair. Acceptable condition. Volume 1. French. Reading copy only. Boards detached, but present. Writing inside. Owner's name on front endpage. In protective mylar cover. (psychology, philosophy, knowledge).

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. In this thought-provoking work, the author embarks on an ambitious exploration of the fundamental components of human cognition. Drawing upon a wealth of evidence from psychology and related fields, this book delves into the intricate workings of perception, memory, and language. The author argues that our understanding of the world is shaped by a dynamic interaction between the raw data of sensory experience and the conceptual filters through which we interpret it. This interplay gives rise to the complex and nuanced tapestry of human thought and consciousness. Through rigorous analysis and engaging examples, the author challenges conventional notions of knowledge and truth, revealing the often-hidden processes that influence our beliefs, judgments, and decisions. This book is a groundbreaking contribution to the understanding of the human mind and its remarkable capacity for constructing meaning from the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces a revolutionary theory on how the mind forms knowledge, arguing that all perceptions, memories, and ideas begin as sensory hallucinations. The author, a notable figure in the field, challenges the traditional view of perception as a passive reception of external stimuli, proposing instead that the mind actively creates a simulated reality that interacts with its environment. Through vivid examples and rigorous analysis, the book explores the implications of this theory for our understanding of consciousness, memory, and the nature of reality itself. Its groundbreaking insights challenge long-held assumptions about the mind and offer a new framework for comprehending the complexities of human cognition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the intricate mechanisms underlying human knowledge and the dual processes of perception and correction that shape our understanding. The author argues that our perceptions are initially illusions, products of sensory stimuli and mental imagery, which are later rectified through a process of negation and comparison with contradictory representations. This process allows us to distinguish between internal mental states and external reality, and between present, past, and future events. Drawing on examples from daily life, psychology, and neurology, the book explores the complex interplay between sensations, images, and concepts, challenging traditional views of consciousness and perception. Ultimately, it reveals the fundamental role of illusion and correction in the construction of our knowledge and experience, offering a profound insight into the nature of human cognition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…