Realism and Anti-Realism (Central Problems of Philosophy)
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Realism and Anti-Realism (Central Problems of Philosophy)
Book Details
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Author: Edwin Mares
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Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Edition: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Number of Pages: 224
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Release Date: 01-10-2006
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EAN: 9781844650255
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Package Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
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Languages: English
Details:
This book explores the complex and varied use of the terms "realism" and "anti-realism" in philosophy. Rather than providing a piecemeal map of these terms, the author focuses on the core concept: realism about a particular domain is the view that there are facts or entities distinctive to that domain, whose existence and nature are objective and mind-independent.
The book explores realist and anti-realist positions and arguments in five key domains: science, ethics, mathematics, modality, and fictional objects. It examines the different arguments supporting and opposing realism, evaluates their success, and draws general conclusions about these strategies. Positions such as error theory, fictionalism, non-cognitivism, relativism, and response-dependence are explored in depth.
This book is suitable for advanced undergraduates and provides a clear introduction to a central topic in contemporary metaphysics, epistemology, and philosophy of language.
