Beebee, H orcid.org/0000-0001-7650-3622 (2011) Hume on causation. Routledge , London , (248pp). ISBN 9780203966600
Abstract
Causation is one of the most important and enduring topics in philosophy, going as far back as Aristotle. In this lucid and enthralling account, Helen Beebee covers all the major debates and issues in the philosophy of causation, making it the ideal starting point for those approaching the subject for the first time. Beginning with an introduction to the concept, the book examines the most significant philosopher of causation - David Hume - and assesses the problems of induction and necessary connection in light of his thought. Helen Beebee then investigates different theories of causation and challenges to the Humean approach. She considers the concepts of regularity, causal experience, necessity and essences. Throughout the book, she also critically discusses other key philosophers on causation, including J.L. Mackie, John Wright and Brian Ellis.
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Item Type: | Book |
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Institution: | The University of Leeds |
Academic Units: | The University of Leeds > Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures (Leeds) > School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science (Leeds) > School of Philosophy (Leeds) |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Publications |
Date Deposited: | 02 Aug 2023 12:27 |
Last Modified: | 02 Aug 2023 12:27 |
Published Version: | https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9... |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Routledge |
Identification Number: | 10.4324/9780203966600 |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:183822 |