Metaphysics, Volume 10

Insights from international philosophers on a range of societal issues Metaphysics is Volume 10 of the Philosophical Perspectives Annual Volume, presenting the major papers delivered at the 1999 SOFIA conference in Mazatl?n, Mexico. Twenty works from both prominent and rising authors examine important issues including sexuality and consent, rights and scarcity, democracy and individualism, and law and punishment. Collectively, these works provide an investigative look at modern society from various global perspectives, provoking deeper thought and consideration of major issues of the day.