Metaphysics
Häftad bok. Cambridge U. P.,. 1984. 230 sidor.
Mycket gott skick.
Extensive lead underlining, else very good///Förlagets beskrivning: This book provides an introduction to metaphysics. At the outset Professor Hamlyn clistinguishes two coiiccptions of metaphysics running through the history of the subject. One, which goes back to Aristotle, is concerned with ontology, and with what has to exist
for beings such as we are; the other separates appearance and reality and attempts to establish what really exists. Professor Hamlyn's account of metaphysics conforms with the first tradition. This is not, however, primarily a historical exposition. The discussion concentrates on central metaphysical concepts and problems, including the principles ofontology, substance, particulars and universals, monism and pluralism, space and time, minds, selves and personal identity. Throughout, Professor Hamlyn's thoroughly informed and argued consideration of the topics presents both a persuasive view of the subject and an excellent grounding in it.
