A New Theory of Vision and Other Select Philosophical Writings

'A New Theory of Vision' presents George Berkeley’s groundbreaking ideas on visual perception, arguing that vision is not inherent but learned through experience and association. This collection also includes other select philosophical writings that showcase Berkeley’s commitment to empiricism and his development of idealism. Berkeley challenges traditional notions of how we perceive the world, asserting that visual cues are interpreted based on tactile experiences. This challenges prevailing scientific and philosophical views of his time, and continues to inspire discussion in philosophy, psychology, and cognitive science. This edition provides essential insights into Berkeley’s broader philosophical project and his enduring influence on subsequent thinkers. Students and scholars alike will find this collection invaluable for understanding Berkeley’s revolutionary approach to understanding the nature of reality and the role of human perception.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.