Metaepistemology and Skepticism
Author | : Richard A. Fumerton |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 252 |
Release | : 1995 |
ISBN-10 | : 0847681076 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780847681075 |
Rating | : 4/5 (075 Downloads) |
Download or read book Metaepistemology and Skepticism written by Richard A. Fumerton and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 1995 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this excellent treatment of the internalism-externalism debate in contemporary epistemology, Richard Fumerton explores its implications for traditional skeptical concerns. When one fully understands these implications, Fumerton argues, one will see philosophical usefulness of a foundationalism relying on acquaintance. Contending that the externalist response to skepticism is too quick and easy, Fumerton defends a version of internalism, but in doing so puts into stark relief the radically different alternatives for dealing with skepticism that our metaepistemological views force upon us.