Buch, Englisch, 75 Seiten, Format (B × H): 157 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 286 g
Reihe: Elements in Metaphysics
Buch, Englisch, 75 Seiten, Format (B × H): 157 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 286 g
Reihe: Elements in Metaphysics
ISBN: 978-1-009-50032-6
Verlag: Cambridge University Press
Teleology is about functions, ends, and goals in nature. This Element offers a philosophical examination of these phenomena and aims to reinstate teleology as a core part of the metaphysics of science. It starts with a critical analysis of three theories of function and argues that functions ultimately depend on goals. A metaphysical investigation of goal-directedness is then undertaken. After arguing against reductive approaches to goal-directedness, the Element develops a new theory which grounds many cases of goal-directedness in the metaphysics of powers. According to this theory, teleological properties are genuine, irreducible features of the world.
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Weitere Infos & Material
1. Introduction; 2. Functions; 3. Goals; 4. Powers; References.
