An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, Vol. 2: To Which Are Now Added, I. An Analysis of Mr. Locke's Doctrine of Ideas, on a Large Sheet; II. A ... an Appendix; III. A Treatise on the Conduct - Softcover

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9780259996194: An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, Vol. 2: To Which Are Now Added, I. An Analysis of Mr. Locke's Doctrine of Ideas, on a Large Sheet; II. A ... an Appendix; III. A Treatise on the Conduct

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This book explores the nature of human knowledge, examining the ways in which we acquire, organize, and communicate knowledge. The author argues that all knowledge is ultimately derived from experience, and he develops a theory of knowledge that is based on the idea that knowledge is a combination of perception and reason. The author also discusses the limits of human knowledge, arguing that there are some things that we can never know for sure. This book is a classic work of philosophy, and it has been widely influential in the development of modern theories of knowledge. The author's insights into the nature of knowledge are still relevant today, and this book is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in understanding the foundations of human knowledge.

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