Compare Time Change and Freedom by L. Nathan Oaklander, Paperback | Indigo Chapters

This is the first introduction to metaphysics which is tied together by the idea of time. Time, Change and Freedomexplores ideas such as whether there was abeginning of timeand the possibility of aninfinite pastand aneternal future. It looks at what happens when thingschange, and what affect that has on us and ourpersonal identity. The book also asks if we can be free and what is the relationship ofhuman freedomto various theories ofdivine foreknowledgeanddeterminism? The final part of the book brings students right up to date with theories ofrelativityandcontemporary cosmologyabout time and the universe. Sections inTime, Change and Freedomcover:The Problem of Change God, Time and FreedomRelational and Substantival Theories of Time Tenseless TimeWritten in an engaging dialogue form, this book will explain thekey themes of contemporary metaphysics, and at the same time thephilosophy of time, to the beginner. It will be invaluable for all students on introductory philosophy courses, and for students interested in the philosophy of time and metaphysics. | Time Change and Freedom by L. Nathan Oaklander, Paperback | Indigo Chapters