An Inverted Qualia Argument for Direct Realism

An Inverted Qualia Argument for Direct Realism

This essay extends my “invisible disagreement” argument for Color Realism (2017) to formulate an argument for Direct Realism. It uses a variation of an “inverted qualia” thought experiment to show that successes in intersubjectively validating empirical claims about colors is proof that a nuanced ve...

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Veröffentlicht in:Topoi 2024-03, Vol.43 (1), p.211-219
1. Verfasser: Donhauser, Justin
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Color
Education
Experiments
Perceptions
Philosophers
Philosophy
Philosophy of Science
Philosophy of Technology
Physical properties
Realism
Synesthesia
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Zusammenfassung:This essay extends my “invisible disagreement” argument for Color Realism (2017) to formulate an argument for Direct Realism. It uses a variation of an “inverted qualia” thought experiment to show that successes in intersubjectively validating empirical claims about colors is proof that a nuanced version of Direct Realism is correct.
ISSN:0167-7411
1572-8749
DOI:10.1007/s11245-024-10015-0