Epistemology (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163166567)

Epistemology by Fernand Van Steenberghen is a comprehensive exploration of the nature and limits of human knowledge. The book begins by examining the origins of epistemology, tracing its development from ancient Greece through the Enlightenment and into the modern era. It then delves into the major philosophical theories of knowledge, including empiricism, rationalism, and skepticism, and considers their strengths and weaknesses.Steenberghen also explores the relationship between knowledge and reality, examining the ways in which our perceptions and beliefs shape our understanding of the world around us. He considers the role of language, culture, and history in shaping our knowledge, and explores the ways in which scientific inquiry has transformed our understanding of the natural world.Throughout the book, Steenberghen engages with a wide range of philosophical thinkers, from Plato and Aristotle to Descartes, Kant, and beyond. He also draws on insights from psychology, sociology, and other disciplines to provide a rich and nuanced understanding of the nature of human knowledge.Epistemology is a challenging and thought-provoking work that will appeal to anyone interested in the nature of knowledge and the ways in which we come to understand the world around us. It is an essential read for students and scholars of philosophy, as well as anyone interested in the history of ideas and the nature of human thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Fernand Van Steenberghen
ISBN-10: 1163166561
ISBN-13: 9781163166567
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 344
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d