But when, in the first setting out, he takes it for granted without proof, that distinctions found in the structure of all languages, have no foundation in nature; this surely is too fastidious a way of treating the common sense of mankind.
-- Thomas Reid
   
Thomas Reid   Name:
Thomas Reid
Type:
Philosopher
Nationality:
Scottish
Birth:
April 26, 1710
Death:
October 7, 1796
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