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"Morton′s highly readable third edition treats a notoriously difficult topic with pizzazz. Colorful illustrations encourage readers to think deeply about complex issues, not just memorize what philosophers have said about them. One could hardly hope for a better guide through the rough terrain of epistemology." Martin Montminy, University of Ottawa <!––end––>
"This new edition of Adam Morton′s well–established introduction to epistemology will be extremely helpful to students and teachers. The book is particularly suited for those coming to the area for the first time. It is clear without being simplistic, engaging without being patronizing, and introductory without being bland. This new edition brings the discussion up to date, while the new chapter on externalism and epistemic virtues explores the issues very well. Once again, Morton′s guidance will be invaluable to many." Robert Stern, University of Sheffield
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The third edition of this highly acclaimed text is ideal for introductory courses in epistemology. Assuming little or no philosophical knowledge, it guides beginning students through the landmarks in epistemology, covering historically important topics as well as current issues and debates.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book provides an introduction to epistemology, the theory of knowledge. The text is clear and easy to follow, Morton utilising numerous well-chosen examples from everyday life to illustrate his points. Moreover the book remains focused and to-the-point throughout. Too many introductory books on philosophy start well and then get bogged down in unnecessary wrangling over arguments of little interest to the beginner in this field. Not this one. Morton lives up to his introductory statement that he will “try not to wallow in the difficulties” associated with epistemology.
The book is aimed at students taking formal courses in philosophy. It is therefore written from an educational viewpoint. I wouldn’t describe it as a particularly exciting or entertaining read, although some of the moose scenarios are quite amusing. As a source of information and learning, Morton’s objective, the book achieves it aim. There are a series of questions at the end of each chapter, as well as suggested further reading. However answers are not provided – those unable to complete the questions for themselves are recommended to “ask for an explanation in a lecture or discussion group”. Readers without such access are somewhat at a disadvantage. Nevertheless the book serves its purpose well. I found it useful, and recommend it to students and others wanting to study epistemology alike.
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Limited as a Stand Alone Book
24 Nov 2001
Format:Paperback
This book is a textbook for teaching introductory epistemology. The book is organized in a thematic manner with chapters addressing basic terminology, perception, aspects of knowledge, moral knowledge, probability, and several other topics. This is not the usual historical sequence that would be used by most. The chapters are written clearly but do not cohere well. The organization and structure of the book reflects its origin as a text for an introductory class. In addition to the thematic organization, each chapter is followed by a set of questions for students. There are brief but adequate paragraphs suggesting further reading at the end of each chapter. This book is really the armature a good teacher would use to present a basic course on this topic. With additional assigned readings, good lectures, and appropriate use of the questions, I can imagine easily that this book would be an important part of a good course. As a stand alone book on this topic, however, this book is less successful.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
This is great
14 Nov 2004
Format:Paperback
I think this book is a great introduction to critical thinking. It is written in clear, intelligible prose, and is suitable for high school students on up. In my opinion, it is far superior to Antony Flew's "How to Think Clearly", which for some reason I see in bookstores more often than Morton's book.
For another good, but more technical, introduction to critical thinking, readers might want to check out "Informal Logic" by Douglas N. Walton.
Good luck
For another good, but more technical, introduction to critical thinking, readers might want to check out "Informal Logic" by Douglas N. Walton.
Good luck
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