The Physical Basis of Predication

by Andrew Newman

Book Overview

This is a book about some of the basic concepts of metaphysics: universals, particulars, causality, and possibility. Its aim is to give an account of the real constituents of the world. The author defends a realistic view of universals, characterizing the notion of universal by considering language and logic, possibility, hierarchies of universals, and causation. On the other hand, he argues that logic and language are not reliable guides to the nature...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521037611
• ISBN13: 9780521037617
• Release Date: July 2007
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"