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Nelson Goodman, an American philosopher, made significant contributions to the philosophy of science, aesthetics, and epistemology. His work on the nature of reality and human perception challenged conventional thinking and inspired generations of thinkers to question the assumptions behind our understanding of the world. His idea of "worldmaking" encourages individuals to think critically and creatively about the construction of knowledge. Goodman's legacy lies in his ability to inspire curiosity, pushing intellectual boundaries, and urging people to constantly reevaluate their understanding of truth and meaning in both philosophy and everyday life.
"Coming to understand a painting or a symphony in an unfamiliar style, to recognize the work of an artist or school, to see or hear in new ways, is as cognitive an achievement as learning to read or write or add."
"I am concerned, rather, that there should not be more things dreamt of in my philosophy than there actually are in heaven and earth."
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