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The Logical Syntax of Language
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This volume asserts that many philosophical controversies really depend upon whether a particular language should be used. The author explores a "Principle of Tolerance", by which everyone is free to mix and match the rules of language.
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Available for the first time in 20 years, here is Rudolf Carnap's famous "principle of tolerance", by which everyone is free to mix and match the rules of language and logic.
In The Logical Syntax of Language, Carnap explains how his entire theory of language structure came to him like a vision when he was ill. He postulates that concepts of the theory of logic are purely syntactical and therefore can be formulated in logical syntax.
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The Logical Syntax of Language by Rudolf Carnap is praised for its pioneering work in the field of philosophy and logic, particularly for introducing the concept of logical syntax as a formal system. Reviewers appreciate Carnap's rigorous approach to defining the structure of languages and highlight its significance for the development of logical positivism. However, some critique its complexity and challenging style, suggesting it requires a strong background in logic to fully appreciate.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780812695243
Publisher: Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 December 2002
Country: United States
Imprint: Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
Illustration: Illustrations
Contributors:
- Translated by Amethe Smeaton
- Translated by Amethe Smeaton
Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 510g
Pages: 180
About the Author
Rudolf Carnap (1891-1970) is recognized as one of the few great philosophers of the twentieth century, a leading member of the Vienna Circle and one of the founding heroes of analytic philosophy.
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