Controversies and the metaphysics of mind

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Abstract

Since ancient times, metaphysical theories have been shaped by the dialectical relations between metaphysical positions. The present book offers a new account of the role of controversies in the evolution of ideas in current metaphysics of mind. Part One develops a pragmatic theory of metaphysical controversies that combines Kantian themes and themes from current argumentation theory. The theory developed in this book underscores the role of a unique type of dialectical arguments which establish metaphysical positions as controversial relevant alternatives in the evolution of chains of debates.
Original languageEnglish
Place of PublicationAmsterdam
PublisherJ. Benjamins Pub. Co
Number of pages235
ISBN (Electronic)1282721607, 9027287910, 9027287910 (eb : alk. paper), 9786612721601, 9789027287915, 9789027287915 (eb : alk. paper)
ISBN (Print)9027218889, 9789027218889
StatePublished - 2010

Publication series

NameControversies (CVS)
PublisherJ. Benjamins Pub. Co
Volumev. 8

ULI Keywords

  • uli
  • Metaphysics
  • Philosophy of mind
  • Mind, Philosophy of
  • Mind, Theory of
  • Theory of mind

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