SpringerBriefs in Philosophy

Wieland, Jan Willem

This book on infinite regress arguments provides (i) an up-to-date overview of the literature on the topic, (ii) ready-to-use insights for all domains of philosophy, and (iii) two case studies to illustrate these insights in some detail. Infinite regress arguments play an important role in all domains of philosophy. There are infinite regresses of reasons, obligations, rules, and disputes, and all are supposed to have their own moral. Yet most of them are involved in controversy. Hence the question is: what exactly is an infinite regress argument, and when is such an argument a good one?

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2014-05-13

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783319062051

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-06206-8

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 68