Sketch for a Systematic Metaphysics

ISBN-13: 9780199655915 / Angielski / Miękka / 2012 / 138 str.

D. M. Armstrong

Opis

David Armstrong sets out his metaphysical system in a set of concise and lively chapters each dealing with one aspect of the world. He begins with the assumption that all that exists is the physical world of space-time. On this foundation he constructs a coherent metaphysical scheme that gives plausible answers to many of the great problems of metaphysics. He gives accounts of properties, relations, and particulars; laws of nature; modality; abstract objects such as numbers; and time and mind.

Recenzje

Review from previous edition a model of clarity and rich in ideas ... it is a pleasure, as always, to wrestle with the deep philosophical questions that Armstrong continues to present us with so vivaciously.

O autorze

David Armstrong was Challis Professor of Philosophy at the University of Sydney until his retirement in 1992.