Worlds within Worlds: a Dilemma for Modal Realism.
The author discusses the contradiction in philosopher David Lewis's modal realism. Topics covered include the components of Lewisian modal realism and its inherent dilemma on worlds and individuals, and philosopher John Divers' distinction between ordinary and extraordinary modal claims. Also noted...
| Publicado en: | Auslegung Vol. 33; no. 1; pp. 22 - 31 |
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University of Kansas, Department of Philosophy
2019/2020
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