An old philosopher discusses illusion Hi Bitter Crank,
This isn't the opening of the novel. As I explained, this is an excerpt of a lecture in the novel. It occurs in the middle of the story.
I don't care that Cogitson isn't an attractive name. He's not a main character. This is literally his only appearance in the whole novel.
I also didn't ask for a critique of the writing. This is a philosophy forum.