Problems of knowledge : a critical introduction to epistemology / Michael Williams.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Williams, Michael, 1947 July 6-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Knowledge, Theory of.

Physical Description:

276 pages ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, [2001]

Summary:

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.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0192892568

OCLC:

44563137