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Single Idea 2544

[catalogued under 5. Theory of Logic / E. Structures of Logic / 1. Logical Form]

Full Idea

Our thoughts have a kind of duality, corresponding to their surface appearance to introspection and their underlying logical reality.

Gist of Idea

Thoughts have a dual aspect: as they seem to introspection, and their underlying logical reality

Source

Colin McGinn (The Mysterious Flame [1999], p.147)

Book Reference

McGinn,Colin: 'The Mysterious Flame' [Basic Books 1999], p.147