What is This thing Called Metaphysics?

Second edition of this excellent introduction to metaphysics aimed principally at university students but which can profitably be read by the general reader new to the subject. The usual range of subjects is covered, namely God, identity, causation, time, free will, truth and ways of knowing. The exposition of the ideas is particularly clear, with a detailed arguments and objections pertaining, for instance, to the existence of God. This enables readers to understand the detail, and there are suggestions for study questions and further reading. There are also brief biographies and summaries of the arguments of the main thinkers throughout the text. Highly recommended.