The Contingency Of The Laws Of Nature (1920) - Emile Boutroux - Bog

The Contingency of the Laws of Nature is a philosophical work written by Emile Boutroux and originally published in 1920. The book explores the concept of determinism and the contingency of natural laws, presenting an argument against the idea that the laws of nature are fixed and unchangeable. Boutroux argues that the laws of nature are contingent and subject to change based on various factors, including human intervention and scientific discovery. The book also discusses the relationship between science and metaphysics, and the role of human agency in shaping our understanding of the natural world. Overall, The Contingency of the Laws of Nature is a thought-provoking exploration of some of the fundamental questions of philosophy and science.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.