The Myth of Aristotle's Development and the Betrayal of Metaphysics - by Walter E Wehrle (Paperback)
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- In this radical reinterpretation of Aristotle's Metaphysics, Walter E. Wehrle demonstrates that developmental theories of Aristotle are based on a faulty assumption: that the fifth chapter of Categories ('substance') is an early theory of metaphysics that Aristotle later abandoned.
- About the Author: Walter Wehrle was professor of philosophy at George Mason University until his death in March of 1996.
- 296 Pages
- Philosophy, Metaphysics
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In this radical reinterpretation of Aristotle's Metaphysics, Walter E. Wehrle demonstrates that developmental theories of Aristotle are based on a faulty assumption: that the fifth chapter of Categories ('substance') is an early theory of metaphysics that Aristotle later abandoned.Book Synopsis
In this radical reinterpretation of Aristotle's Metaphysics, Walter E. Wehrle demonstrates that developmental theories of Aristotle are based on a faulty assumption: that the fifth chapter of Categories ('substance') is an early theory of metaphysics that Aristotle later abandoned. The ancient commentators unanimously held that the Categories was semantical and not metaphysical, and so there was no conflict between it and the Metaphysics proper. They were right, Wehrle argues: the modern assumption, to the contrary, is based on a medieval mistake and is perpetuated by the anti-metaphysical postures of contemporary philosophy. Furthermore, by using the logico-semantical distinction in Aristotle's works, Wehrle shows just how the principal 'contradictions' in Metaphysics Books VII and VIII can be resolved. The result in an interpretation of Aristotle that challenges mainstream viewpoints, revealing a supreme philosopher in sharp contrast to the developmentalists' version.Review Quotes
"Wehrle's central argument has a good deal to recommend it." --Journal of the History of Philosophy
About the Author
Walter Wehrle was professor of philosophy at George Mason University until his death in March of 1996.Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .66 Inches (D)
Weight: .96 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 296
Genre: Philosophy
Sub-Genre: Metaphysics
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Format: Paperback
Author: Walter E Wehrle
Language: English
Street Date: February 28, 2001
TCIN: 1004109838
UPC: 9780847681617
Item Number (DPCI): 247-21-3492
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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