Unlock the mysteries of existence with 'An Introduction to the Philosophy of Time.' This essential book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2018, serves as a comprehensive guide through complex questions that bridge physics and metaphysics. Fascinatingly, time is integral to our daily lives yet perplexing, often clashing with conventional theories of reality. This insightful text invites both students of philosophy and physics to delve deeper into challenging questions about the nature of time. Can we time travel? Does the past exist or can it be altered? Is there a singular, objectively present moment? Is time fluid, or is it an illusion? This engaging introduction tackles these pivotal inquiries, offering a balanced exploration of varying perspectives on time. Each chapter is designed to cultivate critical thinking, featuring in-depth analyses and practical exercises that encourage rigorous discourse. Whether you're embarking on a scholarly journey or simply seeking to understand the essence of time, this book provides a profound foundation and serves as a valuable resource for further studies in time philosophy. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781509524525. Year: 2018. Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK).

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509524525
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)


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Time is central to our lived experience of the world. Yet, as this book reveals, it is startlingly difficult to reconcile the way we seem to experience time with many of the theories presented to us in physics and metaphysics

This comprehensive and accessible introduction guides the unfamiliar reader through difficult questions at the intersection of the metaphysics and physics of time. It starts with the assumption that physics and metaphysics are inextricably connected, and that each can, and should, shed light on the other. The authors explore a range of views about the nature of time, showing how different these are from the way we typically think about time and our place in it. They consider such questions as: whether time travel is possible, and, if it is, whether we can change the past; whether there is a single moment that is objectively present; whether time flows or is static; and whether, ultimately, time exists at all.

An Introduction to the Philosophy of Time will appeal to students of physics and philosophy who want both a comprehensive overview of the area and enough depth to allow for rigorous discussion. The book™s detailed readings and exercises will challenge students and provide a clear roadmap for further study.