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Exploring the philosophy of explanation, this second edition of David-Hillel Ruben's influential work presents a comprehensive examination of how explanation functions within metaphysics and scientific reasoning. The revised and expanded edition incorporates substantial changes informed by extensive reviews of the first edition, with refined perspectives on the role of laws in explanation and an updated realist view that connects explanation to underlying metaphysical structures. Ruben's central thesis engages contemporary scholarship published since the original release, making this an essential reference for students and scholars studying epistemology, philosophy of science, and the foundational principles that govern how we understand and communicate explanations across disciplines.

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Second edition of Ruben's influential work on the philosophy of explanation, refined with substantial revisions based on critical reviews.

Explores the realist view of explanation and its dependence on metaphysics, updated to engage with recent scholarly developments in the field.

Clarifies and refines Ruben's influential views on the role of laws within explanation and their philosophical significance.

Published by Routledge, a leading academic publisher specialising in philosophy and scholarly works across sciences and humanities.

Comprehensive treatment of explanation's philosophical foundations, suitable for advanced students and researchers in epistemology and philosophy of science.

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27 June 2012
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22 April 2011

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