Nothing: A Very Short Introduction
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What is nothing? Is it the opposite of something? Is it simply the absence of everything? Or is it something more profound?
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 650 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 177 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
What is Nothing?
The concept of nothing has fascinated philosophers for centuries. In this Very Short , Frank Close examines the different ways that philosophers have thought about nothing, from the ancient Greeks to the present day.
Close argues that nothing is not simply the opposite of something. It is not simply the absence of everything. Rather, nothing is a positive concept that has its own unique properties. It is a concept that is essential for understanding the world around us.
The History of Nothing
The concept of nothing has a long and complex history. The ancient Greeks were the first to explore the idea of nothing in a systematic way. They argued that nothing was the opposite of something and that it was the ultimate reality.
Medieval philosophers continued to debate the nature of nothing. Some argued that nothing was created by God, while others argued that it was eternal. The Renaissance saw a renewed interest in the concept of nothing, as philosophers began to explore the implications of the new scientific discoveries.
The Nature of Nothing
What is the nature of nothing? Is it simply the absence of everything? Or is it something more profound? Close argues that nothing is a positive concept that has its own unique properties.
Close identifies three main ways that we can think about nothing. First, we can think of nothing as the opposite of something. This is the most common way to think about nothing, but it is not the only way.
The Importance of Nothing
Nothing is a concept that is essential for understanding the world around us. It is a concept that we use to describe the world around us, and it is a concept that we use to think about the meaning of life.
Close argues that nothing is a source of creativity and innovation. It is a concept that allows us to think outside the box and to come up with new ideas. Nothing is also a source of beauty and wonder. It is a concept that can help us to appreciate the world around us and to find meaning in our lives.
Nothing is a vast and complex concept that has fascinated philosophers for centuries. In this Very Short , Frank Close provides a clear and concise overview of the history and philosophy of nothing. Close's book is an essential read for anyone interested in the concept of nothing.
4.4 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 650 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 177 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 650 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 177 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |