Epistemic Obligations - Truth, Individualism, and the Limits of Belief (Hardcover)

Questions of belief, and agency over personal belief, abound as individuals claim to have the right to believe whatever they so choose. In a carefully constructed argument, Bruce Reichenbach contends that while individuals have direct control over belief, they are obligated to believe -- and purposely seek -- the truth. Though the nature of truth and belief is an oft-debated topic, Reichenbach moves beyond surface-level persuasions to address the very core of what constitutes a human right. These epistemic obligations are critical, as the influence of belief is evident throughout society, from law and education to religion and daily decision-making. Grounding his argument in practical case studies, Reichenbach deftly demonstrates the necessity of moral accountability and belief.

General

Imprint:	Baylor University Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	December 2012
First published:	December 2012
Authors:	Bruce R. Reichenbach
Dimensions:	228 x 152 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	284
ISBN-13:	978-1-60258-623-9
Categories:	Books > Humanities > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Epistemology, theory of knowledge Books > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Epistemology, theory of knowledge
LSN:	1-60258-623-3
Barcode:	9781602586239

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