An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding · Character
John Locke
Philosopher whose ideas on identity and causation are discussed.
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Also known as Mr. Locke
First appearance: ii of the origin of ideas
John Locke shows up with force in Of the Different Species of Philosophy. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as a philosopher whose fame may be forgotten while Addison is still read, illustrating the transient reputation of abstract reasoners.
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