Cotnoir, A. J.
Mereology
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198908937
- author:
- Cotnoir, A. J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 22.4 x 15 x 2.3 centimetres (0.6
- Genre:
- Professional & Vocational, Nonfiction, Philosophy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Mereology: A Comprehensive Study of Relations Between Parts and Wholes The study of relations between parts and wholes has been a central concern in philosophy for centuries. This field, known as mereology, seeks to understand how things composed of multiple parts relate to each other and to their individual components. Mereology has far-reaching implications in various areas of inquiry, including metaphysics, logic, mathematics, language, science, and beyond. In this comprehensive volume, A. J. Cotnoir and Achille C. Varzi present a rigorous and up-to-date picture of mereological research, covering both classical and variant approaches. The book provides the tools needed to explore and theorize about relations between parts and wholes, making it an essential resource for philosophers, students, and scholars alike. With its formal rigor and comprehensive coverage, Mereology is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand this fundamental area of philosophical inquiry.