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On some arguments for the necessity of necessity.

Authors :
Hale, Bob
Source :
Mind; Jan99, Vol. 108 Issue 429, p23, 30p
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Examines an argument on logical necessity given by Ian McFetridge in his posthumously published paper `Logical Necessity: Some Issues.' Argument that some propositions are logically necessary; Deductive validity as the central topic of logic; Contrast between natural and logical laws; Limitations of relevance; Proposal of a falsificationist methodology; Quinean epistemological holism.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00264423
Volume :
108
Issue :
429
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Mind
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
1546695
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/mind/108.429.23