Truth, Knowledge and Causation

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy
Cover of the book Truth, Knowledge and Causation by C. J. Ducasse, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: C. J. Ducasse ISBN: 9781317440406
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: May 22, 2015
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: C. J. Ducasse
ISBN: 9781317440406
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: May 22, 2015
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Originally published in 1969. This book examines the fundamental concepts of metaphysics and of theory of knowledge. Topics treated include the nature of substance and of causation; their relation to natural laws, dispositions, and attributes; the nature of consciousness and purposiveness; of symbols, signs, and signals, and their relation to interpretation and objective reference; and the nature and criteria of truth.

The author holds that philosophy is by intent a science and that its becoming so requires precise and non-arbitrary semantical analysis of basic philosophical terms. He argues that philosophy then, like the other sciences, has practical importance: in its case this consists in its capacity to give to difficult practical decisions not only the efficacy insured by its application of the findings of the other sciences, but in addition some of the wisdom which is philosophy’s distinctive ultimate aim.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Originally published in 1969. This book examines the fundamental concepts of metaphysics and of theory of knowledge. Topics treated include the nature of substance and of causation; their relation to natural laws, dispositions, and attributes; the nature of consciousness and purposiveness; of symbols, signs, and signals, and their relation to interpretation and objective reference; and the nature and criteria of truth.

The author holds that philosophy is by intent a science and that its becoming so requires precise and non-arbitrary semantical analysis of basic philosophical terms. He argues that philosophy then, like the other sciences, has practical importance: in its case this consists in its capacity to give to difficult practical decisions not only the efficacy insured by its application of the findings of the other sciences, but in addition some of the wisdom which is philosophy’s distinctive ultimate aim.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Inspiring a Medico-Legal Revolution by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Routledge History of Philosophy Volume IX by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Career Development and Vocational Behavior of Racial and Ethnic Minorities by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book The Future of Anthropological Knowledge by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book International Law and Ocean Management by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book The Economics of Research and Technology by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Personality, Human Development, and Culture by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Ibn al-'Arabī and Islamic Intellectual Culture by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book The Israeli Path to Neoliberalism by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Making Jeans Green by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Reflections: 50 Years of Medieval Archaeology, 1957-2007: No. 30 by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Britain in Europe by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Lost Histories of Indian Cricket by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Addressing Special Educational Needs and Disability in the Curriculum: History by C. J. Ducasse
Cover of the book Material Strategies in Digital Fabrication by C. J. Ducasse
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy