A Model of the Universe
Space-Time, Probability, and Decision
Published on 29. February 1996
Book
Paperback/Softback
344 pages
978-0-19-823622-1 (ISBN)
Description
Storrs McCall presents an original philosophical theory of the nature of the universe based on a striking new model of its space-time structure. He shows how his model illuminates a broad range of subjects, including causation, probability, quantum mechanics, identity, and free will, and argues that the fact that the model throws light on such a large number of problems constitutes strong evidence that the universe is as the model portrays it.
Reviews / Votes
`the most coherent and fully worked-out account of the universe that takes seriously indeterminism and the dynamic nature of time ... McCall's branching-tree model is the best alternative version yet to be produced ... his discussion of quantum mechanics is well-informed and illuminating ... clear, well-argued and accessible ... It is a must for every philosophical library, and any philosopher who is serious about metaphysics or interested in contemporary topics in philosophical logic.' * J.R. Lucas, International Studies in the Philosophy of Science *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Oxford University Press
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
line figures
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
584 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-823622-1 (9780198236221)
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Book
02/1994
Clarendon Press
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