Description:
Philosophical Skepticism provides a selection of texts drawn from the skeptical tradition of Western philosophy as well as texts written by opponents of skepticism. Taken together with the historical introduction by Landesman and Meeks, these texts clearly illustrate the profound influence that skeptical stances have had on the nature of philosophical inquiry.
- Draws a selection of texts from the skeptical tradition of Western philosophy as well as texts written by opponents of skepticism.
- Spans centuries of skeptical and anti-skeptical arguments, from Socrates to Rorty.
- Includes essays by Plato, Cicero, Diogenes Laertius, Descartes, Hume, Kant, Kierkegaard, Russell, Quine, Nagel, and many others.
- Provides a solid foundation for further study.
Review Quotes: "These skillfully arranged readings should engage any student with potential for philosophy." Ernest Sosa, Brown University
"This thoughtfully edited volume is warmly to be welcomed as an extremely valuable resource for students and teachers of philosophy. It is distinctive in its breadth of coverage, ranging from classic works of ancient Greek authors to recent writings of major contemporary philosophers and focusing not only on global skepticism but also, very usefully, on many of the more specific varieties." Jonathan Lowe, University of Durham