"The Critique of Pure Theory"

"The Critique of Pure Theory" is a philosophical work by Immanuel Kant where he examines how we acquire knowledge. Kant argues that our understanding is shaped by both our experiences and innate mental structures. He critiques the idea that knowledge comes solely from sensory input or pure reason alone. Instead, he proposes that our minds actively organize and interpret experiences using built-in concepts called categories. This work highlights the limits of human knowledge, suggesting we can understand phenomena as they appear to us, but not the ultimate nature of things-in-themselves beyond our perception.