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Perceptual Variation Argument Against Direct Realism: Philosophy Basics 3

Hello! Welcome to this weeks Philosophy Basics, where we will explore how perceptual variation can be used to criticise Direct Realism. If you have not read my article on Direct Realism, it is probably best to do so. ~o~ The Overall Criticism 1. Direct Realism claims that we perceive objects directly as we perceive qualitiesContinue reading “Perceptual Variation Argument Against Direct Realism: Philosophy Basics 3”

The Illusion Criticism for Direct Realism: Philosophy Basics 2

Hello! Welcome to this weeks Philosophy Basic, focusing on the problem that illusions present to Direct Realism. If you haven’t read my post on direct realism,  then click on the link and have a read. ~o~ The argument from illusion is as followed… 1. Direct realism claims that we perceive objects directly, with no intermediaries.  2.Continue reading “The Illusion Criticism for Direct Realism: Philosophy Basics 2”