James says, "So far, all seems plain sailing, but my thesis will probably grow less plausible to the reader when I pass from __________ to __________, or from the case of things presented to that of things remote."

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James is referring to the transition from discussing concrete sensory experiences (percepts) to abstract ideas and theories (concepts). This can make his thesis less plausible to readers who are not familiar with or accept these abstract ideas.

James Says, "So Far, All Seems Plain Sailing, but My