Knowledge
A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press, 2014.
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A thought-provoking overview of philosophical theories about knowledge, from the ancient Greeks to the present, diving into profound questions regarding the nature of truth, belief, and reality itself.
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Who should read Knowledge
Humanities students • philosophy enthusiasts • curious people • anyone interested in the concept of knowledge • fans of Greek philosophy
About the author of Knowledge
Jennifer Nagel, Ph.D. is a Canadian philosopher and professor at the University of Toronto. She specializes in epistemology and the philosophy of mind, having written about central figures like John Locke and René Descartes. Nagel also founded Room for More, a Toronto-based organization which helps Syrian refugees arriving in Canada.
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