Knowing What Things Are: An Inquiry-Based Approach

This book explores the knowledge of what things are, drawing from epistemology of inquiry and addressing knowledge-who, knowledge-where, and ignorance. It offers insights into the relation between knowledge of what things are and concept possession and amelioration, making it relevant to researchers in various fields.

Format: Hardback
Length: 138 pages
Publication date: 09 August 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of understanding what things are, encompassing a wide range of categories, from natural phenomena like water to social constructs like marriage. By drawing upon the field of epistemology of inquiry, it offers valuable tools for exploring this fundamental question. The knowledge of what things are is seen as the outcome of successful inquiries aimed at probing the nature of specific kinds of entities. The book also addresses broader aspects of knowledge, including knowledge of who and knowledge of where, as well as the phenomenon of ignorance regarding what things are and our responsibilities in knowing them. Furthermore, it unveils fresh avenues of research for those interested in exploring the relationship between knowledge of what things are and concept possession and improvement.

This book appeals to scholars and researchers in various disciplines, including Epistemology, Philosophy of Language, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Mind, Social Philosophy, and Linguistics. Its comprehensive approach and insightful analysis make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the nature of things and the complexities of knowledge acquisition.

Weight: 395g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031073649
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022