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Metaphysics of Science - A Systematic and Historical Introduction (Paperback)
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Metaphysics of Science - A Systematic and Historical Introduction (Paperback)
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Metaphysics and science have a long but troubled relationship. In
the twentieth century the Logical Positivists argued metaphysics
was irrelevant and that philosophy should be guided by science.
However, metaphysics and science attempt to answer many of the
same, fundamental questions: What are laws of nature? What is
causation? What are natural kinds? In this book, Markus Schrenk
examines and explains the central questions and problems in the
metaphysics of science. He reviews the development of the field
from the early modern period through to the latest research,
systematically assessing key topics including: dispositions
counterfactual conditionals laws of nature causation properties
natural kinds essence necessity. With the addition of chapter
summaries and annotated further reading, Metaphysics of Science is
a much-needed, clear and informative survey of this exciting area
of philosophical research. It is essential reading for students and
scholars of philosophy of science and metaphysics.
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