Professor Matthew Tugby has published a new short book!
Matthew has published a new short book called 'Teleology', which is part of the Elements in Metaphysics series (Cambridge University Press).
Teleology is about functions, ends, and goals in nature. This Elements book offers a philosophical examination of these phenomena and aims to reinstate teleology as a core part of the metaphysical enterprise. It starts with a critical analysis of three theories of function and argues that functions ultimately depend on goals. A metaphysical investigation of goal-directedness is then undertaken. After arguing against reductive approaches to goal-directedness, the Element develops a new theory which grounds many cases of goal-directedness in the metaphysics of powers. According to this theory, teleological properties are genuine features of the world.
The book is written for a wide audience and engages with a range of theoretical themes across philosophy, science, and technology.
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