Quine’s Epistemic Norms in Practice

Undogmatic Empiricism

Michael Shepanski (Charles Sturt University, Australia)

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English

Bloomsbury Academic
23 January 2025

In this illuminating guide to the criteria of rational theorizing, Michael Shepanski identifies, defends and applies W. V. Quine’s epistemic norms – the norms that best explain Quine’s decisions to accept some theories and not others.

Parts I and II set out the doctrines of this epistemology, demonstrating their potential for philosophical application. Part III is a case study in which Shepanski develops a theory of the propositional attitudes by the method of formalizing inferences to behaviour. He presents critiques of popular alternative views, including foundationalism, the centrality of knowledge and Quine’s own epistemological naturalism.

By reassessing Quine’s normative epistemology, Shepanski advances our understanding of Quine’s philosophy whilst providing a guide for our own theorizing.

By: Michael Shepanski (Charles Sturt University Australia)
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 232mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 300g
ISBN: 9781350304307
ISBN 10: 1350304301
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 23 January 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael Shepanski is Adjunct Lecturer of Philosophy at Charles Sturt University, Australia.

Reviews for Quine’s Epistemic Norms in Practice: Undogmatic Empiricism

"""Starting from a clear exposition of Quine's views, Shepanski develops an elegant and useful epistemology of his own. Written with personality and rigor, this is an enjoyable and intriguing read."" --Paul Gregory, Professor of Philosophy, Washington and Lee University, USA"