What is the Point of Knowledge?

Michael Hannon's "What is the Point of Knowledge?

" challenges traditional epistemological approaches by focusing on the function of the concept of knowledge.

Hannon argues that understanding knowledge requires examining its purpose in evaluating others as knowers, proposing a 'function-first' epistemology.

The book explores various methodological approaches, contrasting them with Hannon's function-first perspective.

It delves into the social role of knowledge, proposing that its primary function is to identify reliable informants within a community.

Ultimately, Hannon's work offers a novel perspective on long-standing debates in epistemology, including skepticism and the nature of justification.