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“Problems come and go over time, and to understand why is a difficult historical task. If one wanted to find the origin of a problem, historical research and close attention to texts is what is needed, not unconstrained speculation about the 'pictures' that philosophers must be in the grip of.”

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Tim Crane
Tim Crane

Tim Crane is a distinguished philosopher recognized for his contributions to metaphysics and the philosophy of mind. Born on October 17, 1962, he has made significant impacts on the field with his insightful analyses and philosophical inquiries. more

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