Science, Perception, and Reality
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Wilfrid Sellars Book order
May 20, 1912 – July 2, 1989
Wilfrid Sellars was an American philosopher renowned for his critique of foundationalist epistemology. His central aim was to reconcile intuitive ways of understanding the world with a thoroughly scientific, naturalist account of reality. Sellars masterfully synthesized elements of American pragmatism, British and American analytic philosophy, and logical positivism with the German tradition of transcendental idealism. His work is celebrated for its sophisticated argumentation and pursuit of a synoptic vision.
- 2021
- 2011
Essays in Philosophy and Its History
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
The collection of essays presents a cohesive exploration of philosophical themes, emphasizing the interconnectedness of historical and systematic studies. The author reflects on the nature of philosophical dialogue, suggesting that engaging with past thinkers like Kant and Sellars enriches contemporary discourse. By drawing parallels between historical figures and modern thought, the essays invite readers to see the continuity of ideas and the importance of understanding one's intellectual lineage. This approach fosters a deeper appreciation for the evolution of philosophical inquiry.
- 2000
Knowledge, Mind & the Given
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
"Sellars' s argument in EPM is enormously rich, subtle, and compelling. It is also, for the uninitiated, extraordinarily dense. Willem deVries and Timm Triplett’s comprehensive commentary Knowledge, Mind, and the Given provides a much needed guide. Beginning with a general overview to introduce some main themes and difficulties, deVries and Triplett take the reader step by step through the sixteen parts of the essay, providing at each stage necessary background, illuminating connections, and insightful clarifications of the main lines of argument. . . . deVries and Triplett have written a fine introduction to Sellars’s most important work." --Danielle Macbeth, The Philosophical Review
- 1997
First published in essay form in 1956, this book presents Sellars' entire philosophical system and his attack on the Myth of the Given, which raised doubts about the very idea of epistemology. An introduction situates the work within the history of recent philosophy.