Seeing, Doing, and Knowing: A Philosophical Theory of Sense Perception

Matthen, Mohan

ISBN 10: 0199268509 / ISBN 13: 9780199268504

Published by Clarendon Press, 2005

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Unattached Brodart plastic cover that can be removed, mild shelf wear, name in front, text block clear and binding good. WR.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Seeing, Doing, and Knowing: A Philosophical Theory of Sense Perception
• Publisher: Clarendon Press
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0199268509
• ISBN 13: 9780199268504
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Philosophy

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Synopsis

Seeing, Doing, and Knowing is an original and comprehensive philosophical treatment of sense perception as it is currently investigated by cognitive neuroscientists. Its central theme is the task-oriented specialization of sensory systems across the biological domain; these systems coevolve with an organism's learning and action systems, providing the latter with classifications of external objects in terms of sensory categories purpose--built for their need. On the basis of this central idea, Matthen presents novel theories of perceptual similarity, content, and realism. His work will be a stimulating resource for a wide range of scholars and students across philosophy and psychology.

About the Author

Mohan Matthen is in the Department of Philosophy, University of British Columbia.