Empiricism And The Philosophy Of Mind by Wilfrid Sellars
With an Introduction by Richard Rorty and a Study Guide by Robert Brandom
The book explores the relationship between empirical knowledge and the philosophy of mind, challenging traditional empiricist views that prioritize sensory experience as the foundation of knowledge. It introduces the concept of the "myth of the given," arguing that raw sensory data cannot serve as a non-conceptual foundation for knowledge. Instead, the author proposes that understanding and interpreting sensory experiences require a conceptual framework, emphasizing the role of language and social practices in shaping our mental processes and knowledge acquisition. This work significantly contributes to debates on the nature of perception, knowledge, and the mind.
- Published
- 1956
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- English
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