Metaphysics

Nominalism, which has its origins in the Middle Ages and continues into the Twenty-First Century, is the doctrine that there are no universals. This book is unique in bringing together essays on the history of nominalism and essays that present a systematic discussion of nominalism. It introduces th..

Groff's argument runs counter to a familiar anti-metaphysical habit. Social and political philosophy, she maintains, is not as metaphysically neutral as it may seem. Even the most deontological of theories connects up with a set of philosophical commitments regarding what kinds of things exist, as a..

How do I know whether there are minds besides my own? This accessible introduction provides an historical overview, and an investigation of the views of contemporary philosophers on one of the most important problems in philosophy...

The first book of its kind to bring together the many different topics that surround the issue of personal identity. Brian Garrett makes an important contribution to the philosophy of personal identity and mind, and to epistemology...

This book explores the relationship between the philosophy of time and the temporal structure of perceptual experience. It examines how time structures perceptual experience and, through that structuring, the ways in which time makes perceptual experience trustworthy or erroneous. It examines the ge..

Holmes argues that metaphysics’ reliance on intellect and pure reason undermines the study of philosophy and suggests a return to intuitional philosophy. First published in 1930, this title will be ideal for students interested in Philosophy and Western Civilisation...

Holmes argues that metaphysics’ reliance on intellect and pure reason undermines the study of philosophy and suggests a return to intuitional philosophy. First published in 1930, this title will be ideal for students interested in Philosophy and Western Civilisation...

Published in 2012, Powers and Capacities in Philosophy is a valuable contribution to the field of Philosophy...

Published in 2012, Powers and Capacities in Philosophy is a valuable contribution to the field of Philosophy...

While the phrase "metaphysics of science" has been used from time to time, it has only recently begun to denote a specific research area in which metaphysics meets philosophy of science—and the sciences themselves. The essays in this volume demonstrate that metaphysics of science is an innovative fi..

While the phrase "metaphysics of science" has been used from time to time, it has only recently begun to denote a specific research area in which metaphysics meets philosophy of science—and the sciences themselves. The essays in this volume demonstrate that metaphysics of science is an innovative fi..

Written with Tallis's customary energy and vigor, these essays endeavour to elaborate a vision of humanity that rejects religious myths while not succumbing to scientism or other forms of naturalism...