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All the ideas for 'Conspectus libelli (book outline)', 'works' and 'Abduction and Induction'

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5. Theory of Logic / G. Quantification / 2. Domain of Quantification

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De Morgan introduced a 'universe of discourse', to replace Boole's universe of 'all things' [De Morgan, by Walicki]

9. Objects / B. Unity of Objects / 1. Unifying an Object / b. Unifying aggregates

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A body would be endless disunited parts, if it did not have a unifying form or soul [Leibniz]

9. Objects / C. Structure of Objects / 2. Hylomorphism / d. Form as unifier

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Form or soul gives unity and duration; matter gives multiplicity and change [Leibniz]

10. Modality / D. Knowledge of Modality / 2. A Priori Contingent

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If we understand God and his choices, we have a priori knowledge of contingent truths [Leibniz, by Garber]

14. Science / D. Explanation / 3. Best Explanation / a. Best explanation

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'Abduction' is beginning a hypothesis, particularly if it includes preference of one explanation over others [Peirce]

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Abduction involves original suggestions, and not just the testing involved in induction [Peirce]

17. Mind and Body / A. Mind-Body Dualism / 3. Panpsychism

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Every body contains a kind of sense and appetite, or a soul [Leibniz]