Problems Of Knowledge: A Critical Introduction to Epistemology - Couverture souple

Williams, Michael

 
9780192892560: Problems Of Knowledge: A Critical Introduction to Epistemology
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 0192892568 ISBN 13 : 9780192892560
Editeur : Oxford University Press, 1995

Synopsis

What is epistemology or "the theory of knowledge? " What is it really about? Why does it matter? What makes theorizing about knowledge "philosophical? " Why do some philosophers argue that epistemology-perhaps even philosophy itself-is dead? In this succinct, exciting, and original introduction to epistemology, Michael Williams explains and criticizes philosophical theories of the nature, limits, methods, possibility, and value of knowing. A coherent and progressive text, Problems of Knowledge covers both traditional and contemporary approaches to the subject, including foundationalism, the coherence theory, and "naturalistic" theories. As an alternative to these perspectives, Williams defends his own distinctive contextualist approach. Problems of Knowledge provides clear and engaging explanations of the theory of knowledge and why it matters, offering an excellent foundation for students in introductory epistemology courses.

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À propos de l'auteur

Michael Williams is the Charles and Emma Morrison Professor of Humanities, and Professor of Philosophy at Northwestern University. He has previously held positions at Yale and the University of Maryland.

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Éditeur
Oxford University Press
Date d'édition
1995
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0192892568
ISBN 13 
9780192892560
Reliure
Broché
Numéro d'édition
1
Nombre de pages
288
Coordonnées du fabricant
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