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Theory of Vision and Other Writings by Bishop George Berkeley, edited by Ernest Rhys, is a collection that includes Berkeley’s influential work, An Essay Towards a New Theory of Vision, along with other essential writings on perception and metaphysics. Berkeley argues that visual perception is learned through experience, challenging traditional assumptions about sensory input and objective reality. The volume reflects Berkeley’s idealism, proposing that existence is dependent upon perception. This collection is invaluable for students of philosophy, offering insights into Berkeley’s ideas on vision, reality, and the nature of human knowledge.