The Revolt Against Dualism

"The Revolt Against Dualism" is a foundational text in 20th-century philosophy, authored by the renowned historian of ideas Arthur O. Lovejoy. In this work, Lovejoy presents a thorough critique of the philosophical movements that attempted to bridge or deny the gap between the mental and physical worlds. Based on his Carus Lectures, the book meticulously examines various forms of monism and objective relativism, arguing that these attempts to resolve the dualistic nature of perception often result in deeper logical difficulties.Lovejoy advocates for a sophisticated version of critical realism, maintaining that a distinction between the content of our perceptions and the objects they represent is necessary for a coherent understanding of human knowledge. By engaging with the scientific and psychological advancements of his time, he explores the implications of relativity and the nature of sensory experience. "The Revolt Against Dualism" is an indispensable resource for those interested in epistemology, metaphysics, and the historical evolution of modern thought. It offers a rigorous defense of realism and continues to challenge readers to consider the complex relationship between the mind and the external world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 428, Paperback, Tradd Street Press