{"product_id":"9781350016057","title":"Problems in Epistemology and Metaphysics : An Introduction to Contemporary Debates","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eProblems in Epistemology and Metaphysics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProblems in Epistemology and Metaphysics\u003c\/i\u003e takes a pro and con approach to two central philosophical topics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach chapter begins with a question: Can We Have Knowledge? How are Beliefs Justified? What is the mind? Contemporary philosophers with opposing viewpoints are then paired together to argue their position and raise problems with conflicting standpoints. Alongside an up-to-date introduction to a core philosophical stance, each contributor provides a critical response to their opponent and clear explanation of their view. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscussion questions are included at the end of each chapter to guide further discussion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith chapters covering core questions surrounding religious beliefs, scientific knowledge, truth, being and reality, this is a comprehensive introduction to debates lying at the heart of what we know, how we know it and the nature of the world we live in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Cowan's text is a one-stop shop for introductory philosophy instructors and students, featuring both excerpts from classic philosophical texts and contemporary discussions which will bring students up to speed on the current state of each debate. This unique format reinforces for readers the fact that to study philosophy is to enter into a conversation as long as human history itself.” —\u003ci\u003eJames S. Spiegel, Professor of Philosophy and Religion, Taylor University, USA\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Epistemology and Metaphysics are the spinal cord of current analytic philosophy: distinct but not divided. So it's a great idea of Steve Cowan's to arrange a team of philosophers to hold critical conversations on these main topics. He has assembled an interesting team of philosophers, some well-known, others new, and their efforts will enlighten many students.” —\u003ci\u003ePaul Helm, Emeritus Professor of the History and Philosophy of Religion, King's College London, UK\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781350016057\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Bloomsbury Academic","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":40731672936654,"sku":"9781350016057","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_7ef11ec0-4158-41a5-8967-de1bf0f52565.jpg?v=1641185754","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781350016057","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}