"Epistemic Injustice: Power and the Ethics of Knowing" (book)

"Epistemic Injustice: Power and the Ethics of Knowing" by Miranda Fricker explores how social inequalities affect our ability to be recognized as credible knowers. It identifies two main types: testimonial injustice, where prejudice causes us to doubt someone's word, and hermeneutical injustice, where marginalized groups lack the language or framework to communicate their experiences. The book examines how these forms of injustice undermine trust, knowledge, and fairness in society, emphasizing the ethical importance of recognizing and addressing biases to promote more equitable and respectful epistemic relationships.