Substance and intelligibility in Leibniz's metaphysics
Substance and intelligibility in Leibniz's metaphysics
The study offers a new account of one of the central topics of Leibniz’s philosophy: substance. It brings to light the metaphysical foundations of Leibniz’s notion of substance and shows – in opposition to many leading commentators – that his treatment of it is governed by clear standards of significance rooted in his broader metaphysical position. Starting from Leibniz’s general theory of definition – founded on his views concerning the science of metaphysics – the author identifies the set of basic defining features of substance for Leibniz and then provides a detailed analysis and interpretation of these features. A foundational role is given to a group of texts from the 1680’s in which Leibniz provides conceptual analyses of the most general items of reality.
"There is much to be learned from Palkoska's highly illuminating book."
Michael Futch, Journal of the history of philosophy 49, 2011/2
| Series | Studia Leibnitiana – Supplementa |
|---|---|
| Volume | 35 |
| ISBN | 978-3-515-09405-4 |
| Media type | Book - Hardcover |
| Edition number | 1. |
| Copyright year | 2010 |
| Publisher | Franz Steiner Verlag |
| Length | 171 pages |
| Size | 17.0 x 24.0 cm |
| Language | English |
