This is the most uptodate and comprehensive reader in epistimology on the market. Compact yet more comprehensive than similar texts, what can we know. Easily among the best and most comprehensive introductions to epistemology. Foundationalism, coherentism, and the infinite regress. The tripartite theory of knowledge there is a tradition that goes back as far as plato that holds that three conditions must be satisfied in order for one to possess knowledge. Theory of knowledge for the ib diploma second edition by. Pdf a critique to the significance of gettier counterexamples. Noah lemos, depauw university a stateoftheart introduction to epistemology by one of the leading figures in the field. The theory of knowledge classical and contemporary readings, louis p. The theory of knowledge plato, the theory of ideas and doctrine of recollection from the meno rene descartes, meditations on first philosophy complete john locke, an empiricist theory of knowledge from an essay concerning human understanding george berkeley, an idealist theory of knowledge from three dialogues between hylas and philonous.
Pojman free pdf d0wnl0ad, audio books, books to read, good books to read, cheap books, good books, online books, books online, book. Containing 67 readings, the book is now organized into eleven parts which outline the subjects central to contemporary epistemology. An introduction to the theory of knowledge by noah lemos. Cambridge university presss mission is to advance learning, knowledge and research worldwide. Jennifer nagel, associate professor, university of toronto.
The coverage is comprehensive, ranging from skepticism to religious belief. Classical and contemporary readings is a highly acclaimed, topically organized collection that covers five major areas of philosophy theory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. The theory of knowledge plato, the theory of ideas and doctrine of recollection from the meno rene descartes, meditations on first philosophy complete john locke, an empiricist theory of knowledge from an essay. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This book analyzes the central topics in epistemology such as truth, justification, and belief. The main question in theory of knowledge tok is how do you know. The 58 classical and contemporary readings in this book represent all the major problems and. Classic and contemporary readings is nothing less than the most uptodate and comprehensive reader in knowledge theory on the market. Alston, syracuse university epistemology, or the theory of knowledge, is concerned with how we know what we. The most recent volume in louis pojman s highly successful classics of philosophy collection oup, 1998, classics of philosophy. Epistemology is the study of the nature of knowledge, justification, and the rationality of belief.
What can we know an introduction to the theory of knowledge. A sketch of the sources and nature of belief, justification,and knowledge. Pojman and new coeditor james fieser enhance the texts topical. The theory of knowledge by louis pojman, 9780534558222, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Theory of knowledge comprehensive exam reading list recommended general texts bonjour, laurence. Pdf a critique to the significance of gettier counter. In this video, jennifer nagel university of toronto looks at skeptical arguments, starting with ancient greek and chinese philosophy, and moving forward into contemporary braininavat scenarios. Mar 31, 2017 open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Pdf what can we know an introduction to the theory of. It has a line of trees at its far edge and is punctuated by a spruce on its left side and a maple on its right. Find the theory of knowledge by pojman, louis p at biblio.
As such, he describes the different schools of thought in terms of their basic defining characteristics. History class if you are not in hl history, please make plans. Pojman enhances the texts topical organization by arranging. Pojman won several research and teaching awards, including the burlington northern award for outstanding teaching and scholarship 1988 and the outstanding scholarteacher in the humanities at the university of mississippi 1994. What can we know an introduction to the theory of knowledge louis p.
Written in the authors friendly and conversational style without unnecessary jargon, the text makes the subject matter more accessible and inviting to students. And the idea of knowledge at issue here must,in the first instance at least,be construed in its modest sense to include also belief,conjecture, and the like. Opposing positions are set forth for all issues and a brief synopsis. Classical and contemporary readings is a highly acclaimed, topically organized collection that covers five major areas of philosophytheory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. Then he goes on to describe some of the criticisms that have been or could be raised against each approach. Pojman what can we know an introduction to the theory of knowledge in pdf form, then you have come on to right site.
Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. I felt personnally challenged to keep the rational attitude which belongs to me as a child of the enlightment thus open for change of beliefs if the evidence is there. The significance of gettier counterexamples is limited jtb definition is not an overall one that covers all knowledge louis p. Now in a third edition, introduction to philosophy. Theory of knowledge comprehensive exam reading list. Containing 63 readings, the book is now organized into eleven parts that outline the subjects central to contemporary epistemology.
Publication date 1993 topics knowledge, theory of publisher belmont, calif. This is a comprehensive anthology in the field of epistemology. Classic and contemporary readings 3 by pojman, louis isbn. We look at the line between knowing and just believing something, focusing on factors like truth and confidence. Pojman enhances the texts topical organization by arranging the selections into a. Pojman presents here not a full analysis of epistemology, but rather a general overview. New to this edition each part opens with an introduction and ends with suggestions for further reading. In this video, jennifer nagel university of toronto launches our theory of knowledge series. Home pojman, louis p the theory of knowledge this copy of theory of knowledge. The mission of epistemology, the theory of knowledge, is to clarify what the conception of knowledge involves, how it is applied, and to explain why it has the features it does. Theory of knowledge for the ib diploma second edition. This account, known as the tripartite theory of knowledge, analyses knowledge as justified true belief.