In this chapter, I will introduce the concept of modality in a broad sense. Specifically, I will explore its various dimensions, starting with the fundamental distinction between possibility and impossibility. I will also examine the logical and metaphysical issues underlying this distinction, along with different ways of understanding impossibility.

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Mapping Impossibility

  • Martin Vacek

摘要

In this chapter, I will introduce the concept of modality in a broad sense. Specifically, I will explore its various dimensions, starting with the fundamental distinction between possibility and impossibility. I will also examine the logical and metaphysical issues underlying this distinction, along with different ways of understanding impossibility.