What is Epistemology?

Stephen Hetherington is Professor of Philosophy at the University of New South Wales

• Preface and Acknowledgements 1 Doing Epistemology2 Kinds of Knowledge?3 A First Theory of Knowledge4 Refining Our Theory of Knowledge5 Is it even Possible to have Knowledge?6 Applying EpistemologyFurther Reading

�A wonderfully entertaining and lucid introduction to the philosophy of knowledge. Hetherington challenges readers to find their own epistemology and think about why knowledge matters. It�s hard to think of many, if any, better introductions to the subject.�Quassim Cassam, University of Warwick�Hetherington�s book is an ideal entry point not only to epistemology, but to philosophy itself. Working through a well-chosen series of issues, he shows how to construct a philosophical theory and how to embrace its impact on one�s life.�Baron Reed, Northwestern University�A clear, succinct, and intriguing introduction to contemporary epistemology. More importantly, it motivates readers to live an epistemological life. Anyone who is interested in epistemology is recommended to read this brilliant book.�The Philosophical Quarterly