Tag Archives: Thomas Nagel

Jonathan Gorman

Posted on October 11, 2003 by caspar

By Post J.L Gorman Some Astonishing Things – Metaphilosophy, vol. 22, 1991 pp. 28-40 Extract: I I believe that, when each of us reflect on the nature of the particular individual person we happen to be, we do so in … Continue reading →

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Nagel’s Meaning – Robert Bass

Posted on October 9, 2003 by caspar

According to Thomas Nagel, the fact that gives rise to questions about the meaning of life is bound up with the possibility of occupying a detached perspective upon the world and upon ourselves, viewing them “from nowhere.” It is only … Continue reading →

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Andrew McGonigal

Posted on October 6, 2003 by caspar

From: “A. McGonigal” Date: Mon Oct 6, 2003 12:46:54 pm Subject: meaning of life I don’t have much to say that is useful or insightful to say about this topic, I’m afraid. There are lots of reasons why life is … Continue reading →

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