Containing 63 readings, the book is now organized into eleven parts that outline the subjects central to contemporary epistemology. Introduction to philosophy classical and contemporary readings. Classic and contemporary readings is nothing less than the most uptodate and comprehensive reader in knowledge theory on the market. This authoritative and readerfriendly anthology will help you think through some of humanitys most persistent questions regarding right and wrong, good and bad. In its broadest sense, value theory is a catchall label used to encompass all branches of moral philosophy, social and political philosophy, aesthetics, and sometimes feminist philosophy and the philosophy of religion whatever areas of philosophy are deemed to encompass some evaluative aspect. It does not satisfy pojmans standards regarding a good moral theory as it cannot be made public. I believe that the most valuable function that can be performed by a third. Classic and contemporary readings 3 by pojman, louis isbn. Classic and contemporary readings is nothing less than the most up. The term ethics may refer to the philosophical study of the concepts of moral right and wrong and moral good and bad, to any philosophical theory of what is morally right and wrong or morally good and bad, and to any system or code of moral rules, principles, or values. Pojmans third edition is a valuable philosophical sourcebook that should not be overlooked. Weak knowledge does not require infallible justification. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Louis pojman wadsworth publishing company, 1988, pp.
Ethical relativism is defined as a term that says moral principles are dependent on the society or individual s choice. May 07, 2019 this theory therefore implies that people should be rewarded or punished based on not only their natural traits, but also the extent of goodness or badness of their actions. A critique of moral relativism, in ethical theory ed. This is a comprehensive anthology in the field of epistemology. The 58 classical and contemporary readings in this book represent all the major problems and. The proposition that p is true iff p also called the deflationary or redundancy theory of truth. Pojman, 9780534549, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Summary of louis pojmans, does religion give meaning to life. January 11, 2015 meaning of life religion john messerly some defend the idea that the meaning of life depends on religion. In pojmans argument, he proposes that ethical relativism can be seen as a good thing but can get quite difficult when getting into the details.
Classic and contemporary readings author pojman, louis p book condition used good binding paperback isbn 10 0534558224 isbn 9780534558222 publisher wadsworth publishing place of publication belmont, california, u. The theory of knowledge plato, the theory of ideas and doctrine of recollection from the meno rene descartes, meditations on first philosophy complete john locke, an empiricist theory of knowledge from an essay. Featuring new selections chosen by coeditor lewis vaughn, the third edition of louis p. The last may be associated with particular religions, cultures, professions, or virtually any other group that is at least. Louis p pojman pdf german night fighter aces of world war 2. This highly acclaimed topically organized anthology features eightyfour selections that cover five major areas of philosophytheory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. Ethical relativism is defined as a term that says moral principles are dependent on the society or individuals choice. Pojman 19352005 was professor of philosophy, emeritus, at the united states military academy and a life member of clare hall, cambridge university. Classic and contemporary readings paperback jun 4 2002. What can we know an introduction to the theory of knowledge. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
The most important thing in teaching the theories of knowledge is to make. A critical analysis of pojmans proposition humes view of miracles concept of utilitarianism theory vicious cycle. Coherence versus foundations in the theory of knowledge. Strengths and weaknesses of utilitarianism in the article, strengths and weaknesses of utilitarianism, louis p. Pojman uses how morally based leaders who fought against injustices might. Gandhi indian nationalist and spiritual leader who developed the practice of nonviolent disobedience that forced great britain to grant independence to india 1947. To encourage this critical thinking and to stimulate discussion, this students book also includes a wide range of material from. Pojman s third edition is a valuable philosophical sourcebook that should not be overlooked. A good textbook ive used is louis pojman and lewis vaughn, philosophy. This book analyzes the central topics in epistemology such as truth, justification, and belief. Capturing the inimitable enthusiasm of louis pojmans much acclaimed teaching, philosophy. The theory of knowledge plato, the theory of ideas and doctrine of recollection from the meno rene descartes, meditations on first philosophy complete john locke, an empiricist theory of knowledge from an essay concerning human understanding george berkeley, an idealist theory of knowledge from three dialogues between hylas and philonous.
Much of the recent literature on the theory of knowledge has involved a criticism of foundationalism and internalism, both terms being applica ble to the general position set forth in the first two editions of this book. Throughout, pojman s enthusiasm for philosophy motivates the reader. Classical and contemporary readings cuts through the confusion and delivers a clear and comprehensive selection of readings from classical and contemporary sources. Pojman 2003, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Utilitarianism and justice theory jacob holman northern arizona university july 27, 2017 in the history of philosophy and ethics there have been many great philosophers who have come up with theories to understand if a decision is ethical, what rules should be followed to make ethical decisions, and. An introductory reader in ethics and literature brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetyone classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. The philosophical theory that treats all knowledge as merely relative, denying the possibility of objective knowledge. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Hume much of humes epistemology rests on four assumptions. Critically explore all the major lines of thinking and the major schools of thoughts formed around philosophy s basic fieldsthe philosophy of religion, epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and the meaning of life with pojman s philosophical traditions. It does not satisfy pojman s standards regarding a good moral theory as it cannot be made public. Beginning with an inquiry into the nature and purpose of philosophy, it moves through traditional topics, including a substantial section on philosophy of religion, and concludes with an exploration into existentialism and the meaning of life. Further, it advocates the prioritizing oneself or one s group above all other.
Hume to understand hume, we must understand his epistemology. Introduction to the theory of knowledge 9780534524173. Further, it advocates the prioritizing oneself or ones group above all other. Beginning with an inquiry into the nature and purpose of philosophy, it moves through traditional topics and concludes with an exploration into existentialism and the meaning of. Louis pojman destroys relativism philosophical investigations. The purpose of morality is to settle interpersonal conflicts. Summary of louis pojmans, does religion give meaning to. Effective methods of teaching research philosophy, particularly. Oct 06, 2012 if either of the two is not false, then it will turn out that the strong dependency thesis could in fact be true, since it does lead to a theory that could be true.
I would agree with pojman that we deserve what we earn. Amazon price new from used from paperback please retry. Feb 16, 2016 in pojman s argument, he proposes that ethical relativism can be seen as a good thing but can get quite difficult when getting into the details. Jun 04, 2002 jonathan dancy, a defense of coherentism. Critically explore all the major lines of thinking and the major schools of thoughts formed around philosophys basic fieldsthe philosophy of religion, epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and the meaning of life with pojmans philosophical traditions. Humes epistemology is a development of the empiricist thesis that all our ideas come from experience that is, from sensation or inner feelings. Containing 63 readings, the book is now organized into eleven parts that. The pursuit of wisdom introduces students to all of the core topics in philosophy. Richard fumerton, a critique of coherentism revisedcommissioned. Theory of knowledge 2nd edition provides an introductory framework that looks at how to approach these and other questions. Beginning with an inquiry into the nature and purpose of philosophy, this text moves through many traditional discussionssuch as the existence of god, the problems of knowledge.
Beginning with an inquiry into the nature and purpose of philosophy, it moves through traditional topics and concludes with an exploration into existentialism and the meaning of life. Relativism, roughly put, is the view that truth and falsity, right and wrong, standards of reasoning, and procedures of justification are products of differing conventions and frameworks of assessment and that their authority is confined to the context giving rise to them. Utilitarianism and justice theory 96 words bartleby. It covers ways to look for answers and highlights the problems that arise when we do so. Pojman explained the grounds on which utilitarianism has been attacked and showed some possible response to its defenders which imply his. The term value theory is used in at least three different ways in philosophy. Jun 09, 2017 this is one of those rare books that once you start, you dont want to put down. This highly acclaimed topically organized anthology features eightyfour selections that cover five major areas of philosophy theory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. Beginning with an inquiry into the nature and purpose of philosophy, this text moves through many traditional discussions. So pojman must attack both camps and show that they cannot work. This is one of those rare books that once you start, you dont want to put down. The most uptodate and comprehensive reader in ethical theory available today, pojman s anthology, ethical theory, provides students with well over 70 of the most influential classic and contemporary readings.
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