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In A Review of Berkeley’s Theory of Vision, Samuel Bailey critically examines and offers a comprehensive analysis of George Berkeley’s foundational work on visual perception, An Essay Towards a New Theory of Vision. Berkeley proposed that distance, magnitude, and spatial properties of objects are not perceived by sight alone, but rather through experience and association with touch. Bailey, in his detailed review, questions and refines Berkeley’s conclusions, scrutinizing the philosophical underpinnings and empirical claims of Berkeley’s theory. He presents alternative interpretations and critiques, providing a thought-provoking discourse on sensory perception, the philosophy of mind, and the empirical study of human vision.

This book is essential reading for students of philosophy, particularly those interested in the evolution of theories regarding perception, vision, and sensory experience.