An Inquiry into the Human Mind on the Principles of Common Sense


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An Inquiry into the Human Mind by Thomas Reid is a foundational text in the philosophy of perception, challenging the prevailing views of his time. First published in 1764, Reid's work critiques the notion that our understanding of the world is solely derived from sensory experience, arguing instead for a more complex relationship between perception and reality.

Set against the backdrop of Enlightenment thought, Reid engages with the ideas of contemporaries like John Locke and Immanuel Kant, offering a rigorous examination of how we perceive space, time, and causality. He posits that our sensory experiences do not accurately reflect the external world, leading to profound implications for the study of human cognition and knowledge.

This audiobook invites listeners to explore Reid's insightful arguments and the intellectual landscape of 18th-century philosophy. With its emphasis on the limitations of sensory perception, An Inquiry into the Human Mind remains a significant work for anyone interested in the nature of human understanding and the philosophical debates that continue to shape our views today.

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Dedication 10:04 Read by Steven Reynolds
Introduction 40:06 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Smelling 1:01:11 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Tasting 9:10 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Hearing 13:43 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Touch 1:07:29 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Seeing (Secs. 1 - 7) 1:01:51 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Seeing (Secs. 8 - 10) 51:08 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Seeing (Secs. 11 - 13) 1:10:52 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Seeing (Secs. 14 - 18) 1:04:18 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Seeing (Secs. 19 - 20) 46:52 Read by Steven Reynolds
Of Seeing (Secs. 21 - 23) 39:27 Read by KHand
Of Seeing (Sec. 24) 29:56 Read by KHand
Conclusion 37:08 Read by KHand