JOURNAL ARTICLE

Sextus, Montaigne, Hume: Pyrrhonizers by Brian C. Ribeiro (review).

  • Published In: Journal of the History of Philosophy, 2024, v. 62, n. 3. P. 517 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ainslie, Donald C. 3 of 3

Abstract

Brian C. Ribeiro's book, "Sextus, Montaigne, Hume: Pyrrhonizers," explores the skepticism of three philosophers: Sextus, Montaigne, and Hume. Ribeiro examines the cogency of their skeptical arguments and focuses on what remains once the doubts are taken on board. He argues that these philosophers reveal the lack of epistemic merit in many of our beliefs and demonstrate that we are not fully rational in our everyday lives. Ribeiro suggests that embracing skepticism can lead to intellectual modesty and philosophical tranquility. While the book is a pleasure to read, the reviewer disagrees with some of Ribeiro's interpretations of Hume's skepticism. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of the History of Philosophy. 2024/07, Vol. 62, Issue 3, p517
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0022-5053
  • DOI:10.1353/hph.2024.a932359
  • Accession Number:178479012
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