Unparsimonious Metaphysics by Vacek, Martin;

Series: Synthese Library;

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Publisher Springer Nature Switzerland
Date of Publication 5 February 2026

ISBN 9783032136336
Binding Hardback
No. of pages186 pages
Size 235x155 mm
Language English
Illustrations VIII, 186 p.

Long description:

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.

Introduction.- 1 Metaphysical Realism and Its Rivals.- 2 Ontology and Ideology.- 3 Parsimony.- 4 Modality: Possible Worlds and Beyond.- 5 Modal Metaphysics: An Opiniated Introduction.- 6 “Soft” Impossibilities.- 7 Hyperintensional Metaphysics.- 8 Philosophical Intuitions and the Incredulous Stare.- 9 Extended Modal Realism.- 10 Extended Modal Realism for the Cheap.- 11 Hyperintensional Equivalence.- 12 Persistence: Temporal and Modal.- 13 Moving Towards Unparsimonious Metaphysics.- Conclusion.- Index.

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