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Skepticism remains a central and defining issue in epistemology, and in the wider tradition of Western philosophy. To better understand the contemporary position of this important philosophical subject, Allan Hazlett introduces a range of topics, including: • Ancient skepticism • skeptical arguments in the work of Hume and Descartes • Cartesian skepticism in contemporary epistemology • anti-skeptical strategies, including Mooreanism, nonclosure, and contextualism • additional varieties of skepticism • the practical consequences of Cartesian skepticism Presenting a comprehensive survey of the key problems, arguments, and theories, together with additional readings, A Critical Introduction to Skepticism is an ideal guide for students and scholars looking to understand how skepticism is shaping epistemology today.
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Genre |
: Philosophy |
Author |
: Allan Hazlett |
Publisher |
: A&C Black |
Release |
: 2014-03-13 |
File |
: 223 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781441154897 |
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Formal methods are changing how epistemology is being studied and understood. A Critical Introduction to Formal Epistemology introduces the types of formal theories being used and explains how they are shaping the subject. Beginning with the basics of probability and Bayesianism, it shows how representing degrees of belief using probabilities informs central debates in epistemology. As well as discussing induction, the paradox of confirmation and the main challenges to Bayesianism, this comprehensive overview covers objective chance, peer disagreement, the concept of full belief, and the traditional problems of justification and knowledge. Subjecting each position to a critical analysis, it explains the main issues in formal epistemology, and the motivations and drawbacks of each position. Written in an accessible language and supported study questions, guides to further reading and a glossary, positions are placed in an historic context to give a sense of the development of the field. As the first introductory textbook on formal epistemology, A Critical Introduction to Formal Epistemology is an invaluable resource for students and scholars of contemporary epistemology.
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Genre |
: Philosophy |
Author |
: Darren Bradley |
Publisher |
: Bloomsbury Publishing |
Release |
: 2015-08-27 |
File |
: 241 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781780937649 |
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A Critical Introduction to the Metaphysics of Modality examines the eight main contemporary theories of possibility behind a central metaphysical topic. Covering modal skepticism, modal expressivism, modalism, modal realism, ersatzism, modal fictionalism, modal agnosticism, and the new modal actualism, this comprehensive introduction to modality places contemporary debates in an historical context. Beginning with a historical overview, Andrea Borghini discusses Parmenides and Zeno; looks at how central Medieval authors such as Aquinas, and Buridan prepared the ground for the Early Modern radical views of Leibniz, Spinoza, and Hume and discusses advancements in semantics in the later-half of the twentieth century a resulted in the rise of modal metaphysics, the branch characterizing the past few decades of philosophical reflection. Framing the debate according to three main perspectives - logical, epistemic, metaphysical- Borghini provides the basic concepts and terms required to discuss modality. With suggestions of further reading and end-of-chapter study questions, A Critical Introduction to the Metaphysics of Modality is an up-to-date resource for students working in contemporary metaphysics seeking a better understanding of this crucial topic.
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Genre |
: Philosophy |
Author |
: Andrea Borghini |
Publisher |
: Bloomsbury Publishing |
Release |
: 2016-02-25 |
File |
: 233 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781472521941 |
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Genre |
: Knowledge, Theory of |
Author |
: Allan Hazlett |
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: |
Release |
: 2014 |
File |
: Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: 1472547896 |
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Genre |
: Philosophy and religion |
Author |
: Charles Woodruff Shields |
Publisher |
: |
Release |
: 1888 |
File |
: 446 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: HARVARD:HNVD2J |
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Genre |
: Interplanetary voyages |
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: |
Publisher |
: |
Release |
: 2001 |
File |
: 504 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: UOM:39015075716178 |
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Genre |
: Ethics |
Author |
: Théodore Jouffroy |
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: |
Release |
: 1873 |
File |
: 354 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: HARVARD:AH62WE |
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: Literature |
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: |
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: |
Release |
: 1881 |
File |
: 422 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: PRNC:32101064475179 |
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Ideal as a stand alone supplement in any science course, The Scientific Endeavor creates a framework for students' future coursework in the sciences by discussing what science is and how it is done. Presenting all of the major topics and basic underpinnings of science in a clear, simplified manner, the book provides a generic view that isn't tied to any specific discipline. Students develop "scientific literacy" that will help them better understand and appreciate their mainstream science courses.
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Genre |
: Mathematics |
Author |
: Jeffrey A. Lee |
Publisher |
: Benjamin-Cummings Publishing Company |
Release |
: 2000 |
File |
: 208 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: STANFORD:36105110175705 |
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The laws of physics provide clear-cut principles defining what is possible - and not possible - in the physical world. This book examines and critiques many widely held pseudoscientific beliefs in light of these laws. Rather than treating supernatural claims on a case-by-case basis, Milton Rothman uses the general principles supplied by physics to show why they are, in fact, impossible. Rothman divides the laws of physics into two classes: laws of permission and laws of denial. Laws of permission, such as Newton's laws of motion, generally do not allow precise predictions except in the simplest cases. Laws of denial, such as conservation of energy, permit very accurate conclusions about what cannot possibly occur. He uses these concepts to examine and critique the possible existence of various paranormal phenomena, such as UFOs, telepathy, perpetual motion machines, poltergeists, etc. He also discusses a number of concepts traditional to science fiction: anti-gravity, faster-than-light travel, time travel, etc., which are shown to be impossible when subject to rigorous examination. Written in a technically accurate yet entertaining style, this book will appeal to the non-specialist yet still present concepts of interest to both professional scientists and philosophers of science.
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Genre |
: Body, Mind & Spirit |
Author |
: Milton A. Rothman |
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: |
Release |
: 1988 |
File |
: 256 Pages |
ISBN-13 |
: UOM:39015014523669 |