The Gamma Paradoxes: An Analysis of the Fourth Book of Aristotles Metaphysics

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In this book, Jeremy Kirby analyzes Book Gamma of Aristotle's Metaphysics and introduces the debates (or paradoxes as he refers to them) such as relativism versus the idea of a ready-made world, the possibility of true contradictions, the nature and possibility of metaphysics, the limits of thought, and logic.

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Jeremy Kirbys The Gamma Paradoxes is an illuminating treatment of Aristotles thinking on one of the toughest problems in philosophy, the nature of being or existence. Again and again, I was struck by how relevant is the discussion to contemporary questions in philosophy, from science to religion. This is a book that merits and rewards careful study. -- Michael Ruse, Lucyle T. Werkmeister Professor of Philosophy, Florida State University
The Gamma Paradoxes is an exemplar of philosophical exegesis for historical, analytic philosophy. Jeremy Kirby guides us on a taught, philosophical journey through Aristotles metaphysics and logic with a historians thoroughness and a logicians clarity. Kirbys analysis will pay philosophical dividends for every student of philosophy since it deals with foundational issues, but has the added virtue of addressing modern problems like the liar paradox. Repeat readings warranted. -- Christopher Pynes, Western Illinois University

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Jeremy Kirby is associate professor of philosophy at Albion College.