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Routledge - The Problem of Existence Philosophy Book

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Explore one of the most profound questions in human thought with The Problem of Existence. Part of the Ashgate New Critical Thinking in Philosophy series, this book examines why there is something instead of nothing. It moves beyond simple logic to address the fundamental nature of reality, looking at both the cognitive dimensions and the emotional aspects of existence. The author provides a careful analysis of various philosophical responses to this question. You will learn to distinguish between different types of answers, identifying which ones are truly satisfactory and which ones fall short. The text examines several major arguments, including the idea that the world has no explanation, the concept of a self-explanatory necessary being, and the theory that the world exists because it possesses value. This work is designed for readers seeking a serious investigation into metaphysical questions. By evaluating the strength of different philosophical positions, the book helps readers navigate the complex relationship between logic, value, and the origins of the world.

Key Features

Investigate the fundamental question of why something exists instead of nothing through a rigorous philosophical lens.

Examine various responses to existence, including the possibility of a self-explanatory necessary being.

Analyze the connection between the existence of the world and the concept of value.

Distinguish between satisfactory philosophical answers and those that are inadequate in their reasoning.

Study both the cognitive and emotional dimensions of the most basic questions in metaphysics.

Explore different arguments regarding whether the world has an explanation or lacks one entirely.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
28 November 2002
Listed Since
13 February 2007

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