An Essay Concerning Human Understanding by John Locke
In Four Books
This philosophical work explores the concept of human understanding, proposing that all knowledge is derived from experience. The author argues against innate ideas, suggesting instead that the mind is a blank slate at birth, filled over time through sensory and reflective experiences. The book covers a wide range of topics, including language, memory, identity, and the limits of human knowledge, and is considered a foundational text in empiricism.
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- Published
- 1689
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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