The Epistemology of Keith Lehrer
Erik . Ed(S): Olsson
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Paperback. Editor(s): Olsson, Erik. Series: Philosophical Studies Series. Num Pages: 363 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 587.
Keith Lehrer is one of the leading proponents of a coherence theory of knowledge that seeks to explain what it means to know in a characteristically human way. Central to his account are the pivotal role played by a principle of self-trust and his insistence that a sound epistemology must ultimately be ecumenical in nature, combining elements of internalism and externalism. The present book is an extensive, self-contained, up-to-date study of Lehrer's epistemological work. Covering all major aspects, it contains original contributions by some of the most distinguished specialists in the field, outgoing from the latest, significantly revised version of ... Read more
Keith Lehrer is one of the leading proponents of a coherence theory of knowledge that seeks to explain what it means to know in a characteristically human way. Central to his account are the pivotal role played by a principle of self-trust and his insistence that a sound epistemology must ultimately be ecumenical in nature, combining elements of internalism and externalism. The present book is an extensive, self-contained, up-to-date study of Lehrer's epistemological work. Covering all major aspects, it contains original contributions by some of the most distinguished specialists in the field, outgoing from the latest, significantly revised version of ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Number of pages
363
Condition
New
Series
Philosophical Studies Series
Number of Pages
356
Place of Publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
ISBN
9789401039970
SKU
V9789401039970
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Reviews for The Epistemology of Keith Lehrer
"Lehrer's epistemology continues to intrigue many practitioners in the field. This up-to-date volume explores the most distinctive features of his approach." (Alvin I. Goldman, Regents Professor of Philosophy, The University of Arizona, USA) "This new volume containing discussions of Lehrer's work by leading figures in the field, along with Lehrer's replies, provides valuable insight into the current thinking ... Read more