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This book explores the faculty of abstraction as a defining characteristic of human intelligence. The author traces its development from humble origins in sensory perception to the lofty heights of mathematical and philosophical thought. Along the way, the book examines the role of language in aiding abstraction and the diverse ways in which different cultures and individuals exhibit this ability. The author argues that abstraction is not merely a passive process of detaching qualities from objects but an active power of dissociation and reduction. Through a series of examples drawn from the evolution of science, language, and art, the book demonstrates how abstraction has shaped human understanding and continues to play a crucial role in our intellectual pursuits.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the faculty of abstraction as a defining characteristic of human intelligence. The author traces its development from humble origins in sensory perception to the lofty heights of mathematical and philosophical thought. Along the way, the book examines the role of language in aiding abstraction and the diverse ways in which different cultures and individuals exhibit this ability. The author argues that abstraction is not merely a passive process of detaching qualities from objects but an active power of dissociation and reduction. Through a series of examples drawn from the evolution of science, language, and art, the book demonstrates how abstraction has shaped human understanding and continues to play a crucial role in our intellectual pursuits. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780267325979_0
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