Alston, William P.
The Reliability of Sense Perception
- ISBN 13:
- 9780801481017
- author:
- Alston, William P.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cornell University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 148
- Genre:
- Philosophy: epistemology & theory of knowledge
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Reliability of Sense Perception by William P. Alston explores one of philosophy's most enduring questions: can we trust our senses to provide accurate information about the world? Alston examines the main arguments for and against the reliability of sense perception, concluding that none can be proven without circular reasoning. He assesses various types of success achieved through reliance on sense perception, as well as arguments based on the nature of our experience. Ultimately, Alston suggests that a practical approach to belief-forming practices may be the most effective response to the challenge of demonstrating reliability. This book will be of interest to epistemologists, cognitive scientists, and philosophers of science seeking to understand the foundations of knowledge and the limits of human perception.
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