Does Lewis’ Theory of Causation Permit Time Travel?

David Lewis aimed to give an account of causation, and in particular, a semantics for the counterfactuals to which his account appeals, that is compatible with backwards causation and time travel. I will argue that he failed, but not for the reasons that have been offered to date, specifically by Co...

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Main Author: Phil Dowe
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-11-01
Series:Philosophies
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2409-9287/6/4/94