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An essay on metaphysics / R.G. Collingwood ; edited with an introduction by Rex Martin. With The nature of metaphysical study ; Function of metaphysics in civilization ; Notes for an essay on logic.
Van Pelt Library B1618.C71 M37 1998
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Collingwood, R. G. (Robin George), 1889-1943.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Metaphysics.
- Physical Description:
- cv, 439 pages ; 23 cm
- Edition:
- Revised edition.
- Place of Publication:
- Oxford : Clarendon Press ; New York : Oxford University Press, 1998.
- Summary:
- One of the great Oxford philosopher's finest works, Essay on Metaphysics considers the nature of philosophy, and puts forward Collingwood's original and influential theories of causation, presuppositions, and the logic of question and answer. This new edition includes three fascinating unpublished pieces that illuminate and amplify the Essay.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (page [xcvi]-ci) and index.
- Contains:
- Nature of metaphysical study.
- Function of metaphysics in civilization.
- Notes for an essay on logic.
- ISBN:
- 0198235615
- OCLC:
- 38842090
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