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  • Hylomorphism

    by William M. R. Simpson ...
    Series series Elements in the Philosophy of Biology
    This Element introduces Aristotle's doctrine of hylomorphism, which provides an account of substances in terms of their 'matter' and 'form', adapting and applying it to the interface between physics and biology. It begins by indicating some reasons for the current revival of hylomorphism and by suggesting a way of classifying the confusing array of hylomorphisms that have arisen. It argues that, ... Read more

    $23.19 CAD

  • Surprises in Theoretical Casimir Physics

    Quantum Forces in Inhomogeneous Media

    by William M.R. Simpson ...
    Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
    Despite more than half a century of theoretical work, the Casimir effect is still not as fully understood as some suppose. In this treatise, the author uncovers new puzzles and paradoxes concerning this mysterious phenomenon. In particular, he clearly demonstrates that the most sophisticated theories fail when confronted with dielectrics in which the refractive index is not uniform but gradually ... Read more

    $115.29 CAD

  • Neo-Aristotelian Perspectives on Contemporary Science

    Edited by William M.R. Simpson, Robert C. Koons, Nicholas J. Teh ...
    Series series Routledge Studies in the Philosophy of Science
    The last two decades have seen two significant trends emerging within the philosophy of science: the rapid development and focus on the philosophy of the specialised sciences, and a resurgence of Aristotelian metaphysics, much of which is concerned with the possibility of emergence, as well as the ontological status and indispensability of dispositions and powers in science. Despite these recent ... Read more

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  • Neo-Aristotelian Metaphysics and the Theology of Nature

    Edited by William M.R. Simpson, Robert C. Koons, James Orr ...
    Series series Routledge Studies in Metaphysics
    This book explores the relationship between a scientifically updated Aristotelian philosophy of nature and a scientifically engaged theology of nature. It features original contributions by some of the best scholars engaging with Aristotelianism in contemporary metaphysics, philosophy of science, and philosophical theology.Despite the growing interest in Aristotelian approaches to contemporary ... Read more

    $75.57 CAD

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  • A Brief History of the Philosophy of Time

    by Adrian Bardon ...
    Adrian Bardon's A Brief History of the Philosophy of Time is a short introduction to the history, philosophy, and science of the study of time-from the pre-Socratic philosophers through Einstein and beyond. A Brief History of the Philosophy of Time covers subjects such as time and change, the experience of time, physical and metaphysical approaches to the nature of time, the direction of time, ... Read more

    $29.59 CAD

  • Aristotle's Revenge

    The Metaphysical Foundations of Physical and Biological Science

    by Edward Feser ...
    Actuality and potentiality, substantial form and prime matter, efficient causality and teleology are among the fundamental concepts of Aristotelian philosophy of nature. Aristotle's Revenge argues that these concepts are not only compatible with modern science, but are implicitly presupposed by modern science. Among the many topics covered are the metaphysical presuppositions of scientific method; ... Read more

    $20.79 CAD

  • 50 Philosophy of Science Ideas You Really Need to Know

    by Gareth Southwell ...
    Series series 50 Ideas You Really Need to Know series
    Science first began as a branch of philosophy, but it has since grown up and moved out of the family home, and its successes have put its parent in the shade. Thanks to scientific knowledge we have walked on the Moon, cured once-fatal illnesses, and even identified the very building blocks of life and the universe. But it is these very successes that underline the need for philosophy.How much ... Read more

    $5.99 CAD

  • The Routledge Companion to Metaphysics

    Edited by Robin Le Poidevin, Simons Peter, McGonigal Andrew, Ross P. Cameron ...
    Series series Routledge Philosophy Companions
    The Routledge Companion to Metaphysics is an outstanding, comprehensive and accessible guide to the major themes, thinkers, and issues in metaphysics. The Companion features over fifty specially commissioned chapters from international scholars which are organized into three clear parts:History of MetaphysicsOntologyMetaphysics and Science.Each section features an introduction which places the ... Read more

    $100.30 CAD

  • Real Essentialism

    by David S. Oderberg ...
    Series series Routledge Studies in Contemporary Philosophy
    Real Essentialism presents a comprehensive defence of neo-Aristotelian essentialism. Do objects have essences? Must they be the kinds of things they are in spite of the changes they undergo? Can we know what things are really like – can we define and classify reality? Many if not most philosophers doubt this, influenced by centuries of empiricism, and by the anti-essentialism of Wittgenstein, ... Read more

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  • A Companion to the Philosophy of Time

    Edited by Adrian Bardon, Heather Dyke ...
    Series Book 154 - Wiley Companions to Philosophy
    A Companion to the Philosophy of Time presents the broadest treatment of this subject yet; 32 specially commissioned articles - written by an international line-up of experts – provide an unparalleled reference work for students and specialists alike in this exciting field.The most comprehensive reference work on the philosophy of time currently availableThe first collection to tackle the ... Read more

    $67.99 CAD

  • A Powerful Particulars View of Causation

    by R.D. Ingthorsson ...
    Series series Routledge Studies in Metaphysics
    This book critically examines the recent discussions of powers and powers-based accounts of causation. The author then develops an original view of powers-based causation that aims to be compatible with the theories and findings of natural science.Recently, there has been a dramatic revival of realist approaches to properties and causation, which focus on the relevance of Aristotelian metaphysics ... Read more

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  • Scientific Method

    A Historical and Philosophical Introduction

    by Barry Gower ...
    The central theme running throughout this outstanding new survey is the nature of the philosophical debate created by modern science's foundation in experimental and mathematical method. More recently, recognition that reasoning in science is probabilistic generated intense debate about whether and how it should be constrained so as to ensure the practical certainty of the conclusions drawn. These ... Read more

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