This book is an introduction to metaphysics. It presupposes no
previous acquaintance with philosophy, and addresses the following
questions: What is metaphysics? Is there a plurality of things, or
is there only one thing? Is there an external world, a world of
things that exist independently of human thought and sensation?
What is time? Is there such a thing as objective truth. Why is
there something rather than nothing? Does our existence have a
meaning? Are we physical or non-physical beings? Do we have free
will? Are there things that do not exist? Do universals exist? This
Fifth Edition differs from the Fourth in that the long, previously
difficult chapter on time has been extensively rewritten, making it
much more accessible and engaging for the student reader. In
addition, the author has enhanced clarity throughout the text with
improvements to word choice, sentence structure, and paragraph
lucidity. Finally, the Notes and Suggestions for Further Reading at
the end of each chapter and the General Bibliography have all been
brought up to date. Key Features: Presupposes no prior acquaintance
with philosophy, making the book ideal for the undergraduate
student or interested general reader Offers thirteen chapters,
organized into three parts and each with its own introduction: I.
The Way the World Is II. Why the World Is III. The Inhabitants of
the World Incorporates extensive revisions to Chapter 4 on
Temporality Includes updates to the Chapter Notes and Suggestions
for Further Reading as well as to the General Bibliography
General
| Imprint: |
Taylor & Francis
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
October 2023 |
| First published: |
2023 |
| Authors: |
Peter Van Inwagen
|
| Dimensions: |
229 x 152mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
370 |
| Edition: |
5th edition |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-03-240916-0 |
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
1-03-240916-9 |
| Barcode: |
9781032409160 |
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