Explore how the mind turns sensation into knowledge and action.
This volume collects a rigorous analysis of how we experience feelings, form memories, and anticipate the future. It delves into the structure of thought, naming, and the complex links between what we sense, what we remember, and what we intend to do.
- Learn how simple impressions combine into complex ideas and how language shapes discourse.
- See how memory and anticipation create the sense of self and guide future actions.
- Understand the causes of pleasurable and painful sensations and how they drive choices.
Ideal for readers who want a clear, foundational look at early theories of mind, perception, and behavior, presented in a careful, methodical style.This edition serves as a thorough reference for anyone studying the history of psychology and the philosophy of mind, offering precise explanations of how our ideas arise from experience.