An Introduction to Ontology

Nikk Effingham (University of Birmingham)

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English

Polity Press
26 April 2013

Philosophy; Philosophy: metaphysics & ontology

In this engaging and wide-ranging new book, Nikk Effingham provides an

introduction to contemporary ontology - the study of what exists - and

its

importance for philosophy today.

He covers the key topics in the field,

from the ontology of holes,

numbers and possible worlds, to space, time and the

ontology of

material objects - for instance, whether there are composite objects

such as tables, chairs or even you and me. While starting from the

basics, every

chapter is up-to-date with the most recent developments

in the field,

introducing both longstanding theories and cutting-edge

advances. As well as

discussing the latest issues in ontology,

Effingham also helpfully deals

in-depth with different methodological

principles (including theory choice,

Quinean ontological commitment and

Meinongianism) and introduces them alongside

an example ontological

theory that puts them into practice.

This

accessible and comprehensive introduction will be essential

reading for

upper-level undergraduate and post-graduate students, as

well as any reader

interested in the present state of the subject.

By: Nikk Effingham (University of Birmingham)
Imprint: Polity Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 340g
ISBN: 9780745652559
ISBN 10: 0745652557
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 26 April 2013
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , General/trade , Undergraduate , A / AS level
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Acknowledgements Preface Chapter One: The Basics Chapter Two: Methodology Chapter Three: Properties Chapter Four: Numbers Chapter Five: Possible Worlds Chapter Six: Space Chapter Seven: Time Chapter Eight: Mereology Chapter Nine: Material Constitution Chapter Ten: Works of Music Bibliography

Nikk Effingham is senior lecturer in philosophy at the University of Birmingham.

Reviews for An Introduction to Ontology

An exciting, well-written, fun introduction to contemporary ontology. Choice Magazine This is a delightful introduction, both to various ontological topics and to the general aims and methods of ontology itself. Effingham writes with an informal style and a lightness of touch that makes even the more esoteric and technical issues come alive, and the book is an instructive joy to read. Helen Beebee, University of Manchester Nikk Effingham has done a terrific job - he provides fine, clear introductions to a range of important debates, woven through with methodological reflections, whilst his chatty, engaging style conveys the sheer pleasure of becoming an ontologist. Katherine Hawley, University of St Andrews