Perception is subjective from "summary" of The Echo Maker by Richard Powers
In a world where reality is constantly shifting, where nothing is as it seems, where the line between truth and illusion blurs with every passing moment, the idea that perception is subjective becomes not just a theory, but a fundamental truth. What we see, what we hear, what we feel - all of it is filtered through the lens of our own experiences, beliefs, and biases. Our minds are not impartial recording devices, but rather active interpreters, shaping the world around us in ways that are unique to each individual. As the characters in 'The Echo Maker' navigate the intricate web of their own perceptions, they are forced to confront the limitations of their own understanding. Mark, struggling to make sense of the world after a devastating accident, grapples with the realization that his memories may not be as reliable as he once thought. Karin, his sister, finds herself torn between the desire to believe in her brother's recovery and the nagging doubts that linger at the edges of her consciousness. And Weber, the neuro...
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