Ontology Or The Theory Of Being

Ontology Or The Theory Of Being: An Introduction To General Metaphysics is a philosophical book written by Peter Coffey and first published in 1918. The book explores the fundamental questions of existence, reality, and the nature of being. It provides an introduction to the field of metaphysics, which is concerned with understanding the nature of reality beyond the physical world.The author begins by defining ontology as the study of being and its properties. He then delves into the various philosophical theories of being, including substance theory, process theory, and relational theory. Coffey also discusses the concepts of space, time, and causality, and how they relate to being.Throughout the book, Coffey examines the works of various philosophers, including Aristotle, Descartes, Leibniz, Kant, and Hegel. He also provides his own insights and arguments, making the book a valuable contribution to the field of metaphysics.Ontology Or The Theory Of Being: An Introduction To General Metaphysics is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the complex field of metaphysics. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the nature of reality and the fundamental questions of existence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.