Contingent A Priori Truths: Metaphysics, Semantics, Epistemology and Pragmatics

This book provides a comprehensive study of contingent a priori truths,building on a theoretical framework developed by Saul Kripke. It examines various theories and presents an alternative approach that emphasizes the role of performative verbs. It also discusses brute facts, institutional facts, indexicals, and Freges theory of definitions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 220 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This monograph presents a comprehensive study of contingent a priori truths, building upon a theoretical framework developed by philosopher and logician Saul Kripke. The author offers a novel approach to these truths, exploring various theories and positions. In the first part, the book delves into the diverse theories surrounding contingent a priori truths, examining cases such as Kripke and David Kaplan, Donnellan and the de re requirement, Evans and weak contingency, Plantinga, Salmon, Soames, and the pseudo-a priori. It provides a systematic discussion and critical review of these diverse positions.

Next, the author develops an alternative approach, proposing that performative verbs must play a central role in Kripke's examples, even if they are not immediately apparent in the surface structure of the corresponding sentences. This opens up a new perspective on Kripke's cases, allowing for an exploration of aspects of the theory of illocutionary acts. The discussion also examines brute facts, institutional facts, indexicals and performatives, as well as Frege's theory of definitions.

The book offers an authoritative exploration into contingent a priori truths, making it valuable for students, academics, and researchers in philosophy and logic. It provides a deep understanding of the subject matter and encourages further exploration and discussion.

Weight: 530g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030866211
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022