A Guide Through the Theory of Knowledge

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Excellent introductory text - Rated
This book provides an introduction to epistemology, the theory of knowledge. The text is clear and easy to follow, Morton utilising numerous well-chosen examples from everyday life to illustrate his points. Moreover the book remains focused and to-the-point throughout. Too many introductory books on philosophy start well and then get bogged down in unnecessary wrangling over arguments of little interest to the beginner in this field. Not this one. Morton lives up to his introductory statement that he will “try not to wallow in the difficulties” associated with epistemology.

The book is aimed at students taking formal courses in philosophy. It is therefore written from an educational viewpoint. I wouldn’t describe it as a particularly exciting or entertaining read, although some of the moose scenarios are quite amusing. As a source of information and learning, Morton’s objective, the book achieves it aim. There are a series of questions at the end of each chapter, as well as suggested further reading. However answers are not provided – those unable to complete the questions for themselves are recommended to “ask for an explanation in a lecture or discussion group”. Readers without such access are somewhat at a disadvantage. Nevertheless the book serves its purpose well. I found it useful, and recommend it to students and others wanting to study epistemology alike.