Description: Lisa Bortolotti argues that some irrational beliefs are epistemically innocent and deliver significant epistemic benefits that could not be easily attained otherwise. While the benefits of the irrational belief may not outweigh the costs, epistemic innocence helps to clarify the epistemic and psychological effects of irrational beliefs on agency.
Review Quotes: "The book provides a refreshing philosophical outlook." -- Mandi Astola, Ethical Theory and Moral Practice
"...concise, well-organized work. Highly recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty and professionals." -- S. E. Forschler, CHOICE"The question raised is intriguing - to say the least - and the book can be read as a chronicle of many cases, well described and classified..." -- Lluis Oviedo, ESSSAT News & Reviews