Charles Bonnet

Charles Bonnet was an 18th-century Swiss philosopher and naturalist best known for his work in botany and his theories on perception. He is particularly noted for describing a phenomenon called "Bonnet's Syndrome," where individuals with vision loss experience vivid visual hallucinations. Despite seeing nothing, their brains generate images, leading to intriguing insights into how the mind processes visual information. Bonnet's contributions extended to philosophical discussions about perception and reality, influencing later thinkers. His work highlights the complex relationship between seeing, understanding, and the brain's role in interpreting the world around us.