Social Virtue Epistemology

This collection of 19 chapters explores the role of intellectual virtues and vices in a social world, divided into four key sections. It examines how individual virtues and vices are affected by their social contexts, and whether groups can possess virtues and vices distinct from their members.

Format: Hardback
Length: 618 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive collection, comprising 19 chapters, presents a groundbreaking exploration of the role of intellectual virtues and vices within a social context. Authored by an esteemed international team of established and emerging scholars, this publication offers a unique perspective on the significance of these qualities in shaping our interactions and understanding of the world.

Within this rich tapestry of ideas, several relevant virtues stand out, including open-mindedness, curiosity, intellectual courage, and diligent inquiry. These virtues serve as pillars of intellectual integrity, fostering a willingness to explore diverse perspectives, challenge assumptions, and seek truth. On the other hand, relevant vices such as dogmatism, a relentless pursuit of immediate certainty, and gullibility threaten the integrity of our intellectual pursuits. These tendencies can lead us to embrace rigid beliefs, resist critical thinking, and succumb to misinformation.

The chapters in this collection are organized into four key sections: Foundational Issues, Individual Virtues, Collective Virtues, and Methods and Measurements. Each section delves into the most pressing questions and challenges in these areas of research. For instance, the chapters examine how individual intellectual virtues and vices are influenced by their social contexts, exploring whether being surrounded by open-minded individuals enhances our own open-mindedness or whether proximity to dogmatic individuals leads to a reinforcement of their beliefs. They also explore the possibility of collective virtues and vices that exist beyond the individual level, such as how groups can exhibit virtues distinct from those of their members or whether a group of dogmatic individuals can operate in an open-minded manner despite the vices of its members.

To enrich the discourse, each chapter in this collection is accompanied by commentary from two other authors, providing diverse perspectives and insights. Following these commentaries, the original authors engage in a thoughtful and engagingReplies, further enriching the theoretical and practical dimensions of social virtue epistemology.

Through this collective conversation, the authors not only theorize about the nature of knowledge and intellectual virtues but also actively embody these virtues in their work. They strive to foster a deeper understanding of the world, promote critical thinking, and cultivate a culture of intellectual integrity. This collection serves as a valuable resource for scholars, educators, and individuals interested in exploring the complex interplay between intellectual virtues and vices in a social context.

Weight: 1333g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367407643