“In the last analysis, then, we believe that we all know and think about and talk about the same world because we believe our PERCEPTS are possessed by us in common”
Book:The Meaning of Truth
Quote by William James
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The Meaning of Truth
This book delves into the philosophical and ethical dimensions of truth, examining its role in society, its relationship with deception, and its impact on personal and collective beliefs. more
Author
William James
William James, born on January 11, 1842, and died on August 26, 1910, was an influential American philosopher, psychologist, and writer. He is considered one of the founders of functionalism in psychology and has had a profound impact on the fields of psychology, philosophy, and religion. more
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