Problems of Knowledge: A Critical Introduction to Epistemology

Williams, Michael

ISBN 10: 0192892568 / ISBN 13: 9780192892560

Edité par Oxford University Press, 2001

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Titre : Problems of Knowledge: A Critical ...

Éditeur : Oxford University Press

Date d'édition : 2001

Reliure : paperback

Etat : Good

Edition : 1st Edition.

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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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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.