Metaphysics: A Contemporary Introduction (Routledge Contemporary Introductions to Philosophy) - Softcover

Loux, Michael J.

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9780415140348: Metaphysics: A Contemporary Introduction (Routledge Contemporary Introductions to Philosophy)
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ISBN 10: 041514034X ISBN 13: 9780415140348
Publisher: Routledge, 1997

Synopsis

Designed for students of philosophy who have already done an introductory course in the subject, this volume aims to introduce the main topics of metaphysics while avoiding jargon and technicalities. Topics include the problem of universals, the nature of abstract entries, the problem of individuation, the nature of modality, identity through time, the nature of time, and the realism/antirealism debate. Where possible, the author attempts to relate contemporary views to their classical sources in the history of philosophy.

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About the Author

Michael J. Loux is O'Shaughnessy Professor of Philosophy at University of Notre Dame. His books include Substance and Atttribute (1978), one of the major metaphysics books of recent years, and Primary Ousia (1991).

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
1997
Language
English
ISBN 10 
041514034X
ISBN 13 
9780415140348
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Paperback
Number of pages
252
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