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Routledge - The Causation Debate in Modern Philosophy Book

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Explore the historical shift where modern science began to separate from natural philosophy. The Causation Debate in Modern Philosophy, 1637-1739, provides a deep look into the foundational arguments that shaped how we understand cause and effect. This Routledge publication examines the two primary ways causation is viewed: as a metaphysical problem and as a scientific problem. This text serves as a valuable companion to primary philosophical works. It offers a clear and economical writing style that gets directly to the core arguments of each major figure. By looking at both individual thinkers and the broader historical context, the book helps readers understand the grander picture of how scientific and philosophical thought evolved during this transformative era. Whether you are studying the history of science or the development of modern metaphysics, this book provides the necessary context to understand these complex debates.

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Examines the historical separation of modern science from natural philosophy during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.

Analyzes the two dominant approaches to causation as both a scientific problem and a metaphysical problem.

Serves as a useful companion to primary texts for students and scholars of philosophy.

Provides clear analysis of key historical figures and their contributions to the debate.

Offers a broad perspective on the grander picture of philosophical development from 1637 to 1739.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415914760
Category: Books > Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > Religious Studies > Science & Religion
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 17 December 1998
Listed Since: 08 February 2007

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