New Directions in the Russellian Theory of Time: Metaphysical and Ontological Investigations

The main debates in the philosophy of time have centred on whether A-theory, with events ordered by pastness, presentness and futurity, or B-theory, ordered by earlier than or later than, are equally fundamental. Emiliano Boccardi, L. Nathan Oaklander and Erwin Tegtmeier instead uphold the Russellian theory, or R-theory, and consider not only the fundamental differences but also its superiority. They argue McTaggart's misinterpretation of Russell has led to a false dichotomy between the A- and B-theories, while exploring the connection between temporal relations, temporal facts and time.

In defence of the R-theory, they argue how it offers a metaphysical explanation of the nature of time, in addition to investigating whether ontological theories of time can be considered from a moral or existential point of view. Using an ontological approach, this volume clarifies what is mistaken about both theories can only be resolved by adopting a Russellian philosophy, reaching beyond the A-theory vs B-theory debate.

Author: Emiliano Boccardi, L. Nathan Oaklander, Erwin Tegtmeier
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Published: 12/26/2024
Pages: 264
Weight: 1.2lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.63d
ISBN: 9781350339842