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Book SynopsisNathan R. Colaner articulates a notion of knowledge that is characteristically Aristotelian without being dependent on his metaphysics. Simultaneously, Colaner places Aristotleâs epistemology in dialogue with modern thinkersâ works to create a bridge between classical and modern philosophy.
Trade ReviewNoting that “fresh ideas may be found in supposedly stale places,” Colaner argues that Aristotle’s epistemology, stripped from its historically situated cosmological frame, might be of more than historical significance, and thus deserves serious rethinking. He proceeds to defend that thesis throughout the book with remarkable dexterity and success. -- M. Andrew Holowchak
Table of ContentsPart One: Aristotle on Knowledge of Nature 1. What Epistēmē is Not 2. The Principles of Epistēmē 3. Pursuing the Principles: Epagōgē 4. Grasping the Principles: Nous 5. Using the Principles: Demonstration and Contemplation Part Two: Aristotle on Modern Skepticism 6. Hume and Kant on the Problem of Objective Validity 7. Aristotle and Kant on Spontaneity 8. Gettier and the Problem of Justification 9. Descartes and the Problem of External World Skepticism 10. Kant and the Problem of Intellectual Intuition 11. Dialectic and Metaphysical Skepticism
