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#1001 Edward Hall: The Philosophy of Causation, and the Structure of Reality

The Dissenter

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The Philosophy of Causation: A Complex Inquiry

This chapter explores the intricacies of causation through Newtonian physics and its implications in both physical and social contexts. It highlights the philosophical debates surrounding causation, questioning its fundamental nature in reality versus a construct of human understanding. Various perspectives, including complexity theory and cognitive science, are examined to challenge traditional views and emphasize the importance of process over static entities.

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