Hume on Causation

Hume on Causation
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 431
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ISBN-10 : 9781134544707
ISBN-13 : 1134544707
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Book Synopsis Hume on Causation by : Helen Beebee

Download or read book Hume on Causation written by Helen Beebee and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006-09-27 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Causation is one of the most important and enduring topics in philosophy, going as far back as Aristotle. In this lucid and enthralling account, Helen Beebee covers all the major debates and issues in the philosophy of causation, making it the ideal starting point for those approaching the subject for the first time. Beginning with an introduction to the concept, the book examines the most significant philosopher of causation – David Hume – and assesses the problems of induction and necessary connection in light of his thought. Helen Beebee then investigates different theories of causation and challenges to the Humean approach. She considers the concepts of regularity, causal experience, necessity and essences. Throughout the book, she also critically discusses other key philosophers on causation, including J.L. Mackie, John Wright and Brian Ellis.


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