Unparsimonious metaphysics /
This book challenges the widely accepted philosophical principle of parsimony, which holds that theories lacking simplicity are inherently doubtful. It critically examines this principle in its unqualified form and explores various ways to present it in a more philosophically appealing manner. The b...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Cham :
Springer,
[2026]
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| Series: | Synthese library ;
v. 535. |
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
| Summary: | This book challenges the widely accepted philosophical principle of parsimony, which holds that theories lacking simplicity are inherently doubtful. It critically examines this principle in its unqualified form and explores various ways to present it in a more philosophically appealing manner. The book evaluates different versions of the principle, considering the implications of endorsing one version over another. It is intended for both academics and students of philosophy. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xiv, 187 pages) : illustrations. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9783032136343 3032136342 |
| DOI: | 10.1007/978-3-032-13634-3 |