Can We Know Anything?: A Debate by Michael Huemer Hardcover Book

Description: Can We Know Anything? by Michael Huemer, Bryan Frances In this book, Michael Huemer and Bryan Frances debate whether - and how - we can gain knowledge of the world outside of our own minds. Starting with opening statements, the debate moves through two rounds of replies. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In this book, Michael Huemer and Bryan Frances debate whether – and how – we can gain knowledge of the world outside of our own minds. Starting with opening statements, the debate moves through two rounds of replies.Frances argues that we lack knowledge because, for example, we cannot rule out the possibility that we are brains in vats being artificially stimulated in such a way as to create an illusion of living in the real world. Huemer disagrees that we need evidence against such possibilities in order to gain knowledge of the external world, maintaining instead that we are entitled to presume that things are as they appear unless and until we acquire specific grounds for thinking otherwise. The authors go on to discuss how one should think about controversial issues wherein the experts persistently disagree. Frances argues that we should generally withhold judgment about such issues or at least greatly reduce our confidence. Huemer agrees that people are often overconfident about controversial issues but tries to carve out exceptions wherein one can rationally hold on to controversial views.Accessible whilst also detailed and substantial, this thoughtful debate is suitable for readers at all levels, from those encountering the topic for the first time through those who are deeply familiar with the issues.Key Features:Showcases arguments from two leading philosophers in standard form and in clear languagePresents definitions in an easily accessible formSummary boxes recap key argumentsIncludes an annotated bibliography and glossary of all specialized vocabulary Author Biography Michael Huemer is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Colorado. He is the author of numerous academic articles in epistemology, ethics, political philosophy, and metaphysics, as well as several books, including Skepticism and the Veil of Perception, The Problem of Political Authority, and Understanding Knowledge.Bryan Frances has taught and conducted research in universities in several countries. He has published books and articles in epistemology, metaphysics, the philosophy of language, the philosophy of mind, and the philosophy of religion. His books include The Epistemic Consequences of Paradox, An Agnostic Defends God, Scepticism Comes Alive, and Disagreement. Table of Contents Foreword 1. The Illusion of Knowledge 2. The Reality of Knowledge 3. The Skeptics Response to the Realist 4. The Realists Response to the Skeptic 5. When Will It Ever End?: Reply to Huemers Response 6. It Ends Here: Response to Franciss Reply Details ISBN0367208865 Author Bryan Frances Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Series Little Debates about Big Questions Year 2023 ISBN-13 9780367208868 Format Hardcover Imprint Routledge Subtitle A Debate Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Publication Date 2023-09-19 AU Release Date 2023-09-19 NZ Release Date 2023-09-19 UK Release Date 2023-09-19 ISBN-10 0367208865 Alternative 9780367208875 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Pages 210 DEWEY 121 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159472598;

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