An Essay Concerning Human Understanding

Exploring the foundation of human knowledge, this essay presents the concept of the mind as a blank slate, shaped by experience. It established key principles of empiricism and significantly influenced Enlightenment thinkers. Recognized as a pivotal work in classical liberalism, it remains a vital contribution to modern philosophy. Pomona Press aims to make such classic texts accessible through affordable, high-quality editions, preserving the original content and artwork for contemporary readers.