Epistemological Dualism: Internalism vs. Externalism
- Reid’s epistemology combines elements of both internalism and externalism, emphasizing both the mental states and external facts that justify belief
- He seeks to reconcile the reliability of our mental faculties with the objective nature of the world
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Nicholas Wolterstorff’s Thomas Reid and the Story of Epistemology explores Reid's common sense philosophy, emphasizing direct realism and the role of perception in belief formation. Reid critiques the "Way of Ideas" and defends the trustworthiness of testimony and perception. The book is important for revitalizing Reid’s relevance in contemporary epistemological debates.
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