Scepticism: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) [613, 1st ed.] 9780192564498, 9780198829164, 0198829167

Throughout history scepticism and the urge to question accepted truths has been a powerful force for change and growth.

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Scepticism: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) [613, 1st ed.]
9780192564498, 9780198829164, 0198829167

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Duncan Pritchard

Table of contents :
List of illustrations
1 What is scepticism?
2 Is knowledge impossible?
3 Defending knowledge
4 Scepticism as a way of life
Further reading and references
Index

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