Epistemic Autonomy

The first book dedicated to epistemic autonomy explores the nature, value, and relation to social epistemology and epistemic injustice. It features original essays from leading scholars that promise to shape future debates in the emerging area of epistemology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 346 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking book is the first of its kind to delve into the fascinating realm of epistemic autonomy. It presents a collection of original essays from renowned scholars, each of which holds the potential to profoundly influence future discussions in this rapidly evolving field of epistemology. While the concept of autonomy has been extensively explored in ethics, social, and political philosophy, epistemic autonomy remains relatively underexplored. The essays in this collection address a range of intriguing questions and approaches related to epistemic autonomy. These topics include the nature of epistemic autonomy, the justifiability of epistemic paternalism, the value and/or vice of epistemic autonomy, and the relationship between epistemic autonomy and social epistemology and epistemic injustice. Epistemic Autonomy is a must-read for researchers and advanced students engaged in epistemology, ethics, and social and political philosophy. By exploring these critical issues, the book offers valuable insights into the nature of knowledge, the role of autonomy in shaping our understanding, and the importance of promoting epistemic justice in our society.

Weight: 516g
Dimension: 228 x 153 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032052342