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On Certainty

By Ludwig Wittgenstein
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On Certainty by Ludwig Wittgenstein is a profound exploration of the foundations of knowledge and belief. In this philosophical work, Wittgenstein examines the nature of certainty, doubt, and the limitations of scepticism through a series of notes and reflections. He delves into how we come to hold certain beliefs as beyond question and the pragmatic underpinnings of what we consider unshakeable truths.
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On Certainty

Written over the last 18 months of his life and inspired by his interest in G. E. Moore?s defence of common sense, this much discussed volume collects Wittgenstein?s reflections on knowledge and certainty, on what it is to know a proposition for sure.

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Written over the last 18 months of his life and inspired by his interest in G. E. Moore’s defence of common sense, this much discussed volume collects Wittgenstein’s reflections on knowledge and certainty, on what it is to know a proposition for sure.

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On Certainty is praised for offering a comprehensive look into Ludwig Wittgenstein's later thoughts, especially his reflections on knowledge and doubt. It is seen as a challenging yet essential read for philosophy students, providing insights that stimulate further scholarly exploration and debate. The book serves as a guide to understanding Wittgenstein’s complex ideas and his responses to G. E. Moore's work.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780631169406

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 1975

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Contributors:

  • Edited by G. E. M. Anscombe
  • Edited by G. H. von Wright
  • Translated by Denis Paul
  • Edited by G. E. M. Anscombe
  • Edited by G. H. von Wright
  • Translated by Denis Paul

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 329g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Ludwig Wittgenstein - 1889 - 1951 - was an Austrian-British philosopher who taught at the University of Cambridge and is known as one of the most important philosophers of the 20th century. He worked in the areas of logic and the philosophy of mathematics, the mind and language. The majority of his writing was published after his death.

G. E. M. Anscombe - 1919-2001 - read classics and philosophy at St. Hugh's College, Oxford from 1937 to 1941 in which year she married the philosopher Peter Geach. She subsequently researched in philosophy at Newnham College, Cambridge where she became a student and friend of Ludwig Wittgenstein. She's considered one of analytical philosophy's most prominent figures and a leader in the field of virtue ethics.

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