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CausationCausation is the most fundamental connection in the universe. Without it, there would be no science or technology. There would be no moral responsibility either, as none of our thoughts would be connected with our actions and none of our actions with any consequences. Nor would we have a system of law because blame resides only in someone having caused injury or damage. Any intervention we make in the world around us is premised on there being causal
Causation is the most fundamental connection in the universe. Without it, there would be no science or technology. There would be no moral responsibility either, as none of our thoughts would be connected with our actions and none of our actions with any consequences. Nor would we have a system of law because blame resides only in someone having caused injury or damage.Any intervention we make in the world around us is premised on there being causal connections that are, to a degree, predictable. It is causation that is at the basis of prediction and also explanation. This Very Short Introduction introduces the key theories of causation and also the surrounding debates and controversies.
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Oxford's Very Short Introductions series offers concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects--from Islam to Sociology, Politics to Classics, Literary Theory to History, and Archaeology to the Bible. Not simply a textbook of definitions, each volume in this series provides trenchant and provocative--yet always balanced and complete--discussions of the central issues in a given discipline or field. Every Very Short Introduction gives a readable evolution of the subject in question, demonstrating how the subject has developed and how it has influenced society. Eventually, the series will encompass every major academic discipline, offering all students an accessible and abundant reference library. Whatever the area of study that one deems important or appealing, whatever the topic that fascinates the general reader, the Very Short Introductions series has a handy and affordable guide that will likely prove indispensable.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 01/01/2014
ISBN: 9780199684434
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 6.70h x 4.40w x 0.50d
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Cracked Tooth
Update: While I originally loved this product and so did my dogs, I feel the need to update this review. The Dura Chew Nylabones are incredibly hard, which is what makes them last so long. However, one of our dogs did crack a tooth recently from chewing on a Dura Chew. Since then, we have been very hesitant to allow any of our dogs to chew on these as other reviews also state that dogs have cracked teeth. We have since thrown out all of the Dura Chews that we had. We are still using the regular Nylabone products (when they aren't made in China), but once those are gone we will not buy any additional products from Nylabone. We have been buying Whimzees for our dogs for the last two years or so and they are a healthy edible alternative. They do not last as long because they are edible, but I have the peace of mind in knowing that my dogs are safe with them. Another healthy alternative would be antlers, which we also give to our dogs and they usually last a long time.
Original review: Another great Nylabone product. I love that dogs can chew on Nylabone products and they can't pull off pieces like products from other brands (Hartz for example). The Dura Chews are especially great for our hard chewers and they last forever! I love all of the dimples on their chews too, they're great for keeping our dogs' teeth clean. The vet is always impressed when they check their teeth.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2015
★★★★★ 5
good
Color: Seaweed & Timothy Hay, CornSilk, CornLeaf, Number of Items: 3
really good my cat love it
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Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026
★★★★★ 3
Puppy friendly
Color: Reed, Seaweed & Corn Husk, Seaweed & Corn Silk, Number of Items: 3
This is not designed for dogs who are chewers. I gave this to my adult dog thinking she could play with it and be entertained for a little while. She had it ripped up and spread around the room in about 10 seconds. I would maybe recommend this for puppies to have something softer and gentle on their little teeth and gums. It also makes a bot of a mess once it starts coming apart so I suggest using outside or where it can be contained. Little high of a price point for the value I got out of it
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Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2026
★★★★★ 5
natural material toys
Color: All, Number of Items: 12, Color: All, Number of Items: 12
My dog was immediately interested in these. He loves carrying them around and chewing on them. I also like that they’re made from natural materials.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Start with 6 pack assortment to let the dogs choose their favorite. They are fragile and messy.
Color: Seaweed & Timothy Hay, CornSilk, CornLeaf, Number of Items: 3, Color: Seaweed & Timothy Hay, CornSilk, CornLeaf, Number of Items: 3
They are fragile and messy. I only give them to the husky for about 5 minutes as a calming reward. His favorite is seaweed and Timothy hay. Why because we feed Timothy hay on the farm. His second choice was corn leaf. He looked at me like I was crazy when he mouthed the corn silk ball.
In the future I will just get the seaweed hay balls. The sensory taste and smell calms him down.
The old lab is easier on these balls. More licking and sucking than hard chewing.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2026