The real world consists not in perceptions, but in perceivers.
"The Approach to Philosophy"
Ralph Barton Perry
The same properties made them intelligent analyzers of their creed, clear perceivers of its logical reaches, tenacious holders on to what they believed, and fearless appliers of their faith.
"Witchcraft of New England Explained by Modern Spiritualism"
Allen Putnam
Fortunately for me, this illusion that there are such intense perceivers re-creates itself out of the veriest dust and dross of humanity.
"An Anarchist Woman"
Hutchins Hapgood