Discover the intricacies of causation with Douglas Kutach's engaging book, perfect for students and enthusiasts alike. This BRAND NEW publication, titled **Causation**, is a remarkable resource for those keen on understanding the philosophies behind cause and effect. With the ISBN 9780745659961, the text, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2014, offers 200 pages of insightful analysis on how causation permeates various fields, including the sciences, law, and medicine.

In this comprehensive introduction to causation, you'll explore key theories and their applications in real-world situations. Kutach provides a clear examination of fundamental distinctions in causation, emphasizing concepts such as determination, difference making, and probability-raising. The book adeptly navigates interdisciplinary concerns, making it a valuable tool for academic study and personal enlightenment alike.

Whether you are delving into the philosophy of science or pondering the mind-body problem, *Causation* serves as an essential guide to both established and emerging ideas in the field. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of **free shipping** on your order! Please allow up to **6 weeks** for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled, so choose wisely as you embark on this philosophical journey into causation.

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: 9780745659961
Year: 2014
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 200


Description:
In most academic and non-academic circles throughout history, the world and its operation have been viewed in terms of cause and effect. The principles of causation have been applied, fruitfully, across the sciences, law, medicine, and in everyday life, despite the lack of any agreed-upon framework for understanding what causation ultimately amounts to.In this engaging and accessible introduction to the topic, Douglas Kutach explains and analyses the most prominent theories and examples in the philosophy of causation. The book is organized so as to respect the various cross-cutting and interdisciplinary concerns about causation, such as the reducibility of causation, its application to scientific modeling, its connection to influence and laws of nature, and its role in causal explanation. Kutach begins by presenting the four recurring distinctions in the literature on causation, proceeding through an exploration of various accounts of causation including determination, difference making and probability-raising. He concludes by carefully considering their application to the mind-body problem.Causation provides a straightforward and compact survey of contemporary approaches to causation and serves as a friendly and clear guide for anyone interested in exploring the complex jungle of ideas that surround this fundamental philosophical topic.