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Skepticism : an anthology

edited by Richard H. Popkin, José R. Maia Neto

Prometheus Books, 2007

  • : alk. paper

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 371-389)

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This anthology contains the principal texts of the skeptical tradition from its origins in antiquity to contemporary philosophy. Selections include the writings of both well-known and lesser-known but influential philosophers of the Western tradition who either advanced skeptical views or dealt with skeptical issues for other philosophical or religious purposes. An introduction on the origins, kinds, and significance of philosophical skepticism puts the various readings in the context of the history of Western philosophy. The editors have also added brief discussions of each philosopher and text included in the anthology, plus a selected bibliography, which lists the main secondary literature on ancient, modern, and contemporary skepticism. This collection is ideal for introductory philosophy courses and courses on intellectual history, or for any reader interested in an influential school of thought, which challenges the nature of philosophy itself.

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  • NCID
    BB13988163
  • ISBN
    • 9781591024743
  • LCCN
    2006035407
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Amherst, N.Y.
  • Pages/Volumes
    389 p.
  • Size
    23 cm
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