What is free will? Why is it important? Can the same act be both free
and determined? Is free will necessary for moral responsibility? Does
anyone have free will, and if not, how is creativity possible and how
can anyone be praised or blamed for anything? These are just some of
the questions considered by Joseph Keim Campbell in this lively and
accessible introduction to the concept of free will. Using a range of
engaging examples the book introduces the problems, arguments, and
theories surrounding free will. Beginning with a discussion of
fatalism and causal determinism, the book goes on to focus on the
metaphysics of moral responsibility, free will skepticism, and
skepticism about moral responsibility. Campbell shows that no matter
how we look at it, free will is problematic. Thankfully there are a
plethora of solutions on offer and the best of these are considered in
full in the final chapter on contemporary theories of free will. This
includes a rigorous account of libertarianism, compatabilism, and
naturalism. Free Will is the ideal introduction to the topic and will
be a valuable resource for scholars and students seeking to understand
the importance and relevance of the concept for contemporary
philosophy.
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ISBN
9780745637402
Publisert
2014
Utgave
1. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Wiley Professional, Reference & Trade
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Antall sider
136
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