“Our ideas are transformed sensations.”
Quote by Etienne Bonnot de Condillac
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Etienne Bonnot de Condillac
Etienne Bonnot de Condillac was a French philosopher known for his contributions to the philosophy of mind and empiricism. His most famous work, 'Essai sur l'origine des connaissances humaines', laid the groundwork for modern theories of knowledge and perception. more
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