Wittgenstein

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Series: Blackwell Critical Reader

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Wittgenstein explores the life and philosophical contributions of Ludwig Wittgenstein, a pivotal figure in the realm of philosophy, especially in the philosophy of language and mind. The book delves into his significant works, such as the Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus and Philosophical Investigations, examining how his ideas have influenced modern thought. It reflects on his intriguing personality and intellectual journey, providing insights into both his complex theories and his personal life.
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You might enjoy this biographical exploration if you are fascinated by philosophical ideas and the intricacies of human psychology. This work dives deep into the complex life and thoughts of a renowned philosopher, offering insights into his impact on modern thinking. Ideal for those who appreciate the fusion of biographical narrative with philosophical discourse.

Wittgenstein

* Covers the central themes of Wittgensteina s oeuvre. * Provides a collection of newly--commissioned essays by internationally established philosophers. * Includes an excellent preface that explains the various perspectives of the contributors and offers an introduction to Wittgensteina s work. .

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Exploring all of the central themes of Wittgenstein's oeuvre, this volume includes discussion of core topics such as meaning and use, rule following, the picture theory of language, and the nature of philosophy. It also contains topics in which Wittgenstein's influence is becoming more apparent, such as intentionality and ethics.

The book provides a wide-ranging collection of newly commissioned essays on Wittgenstein by internationally established philosophers, including Robert L. Arrington, Stewart Candlish, P. M. S. Hacker, Oswald Hanfling, Hide Ishiguro, Howard Mounce, Bede Rundle, and D. Z. Phillips.

The introductory essay explains the various perspectives of the contributors and offers an introduction to Wittgenstein's work and its development. The essays can profitably be used in conjunction with the selections from Wittgenstein's work assembled in A. J. P. Kenny's The Wittgenstein Reader.

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Wittgenstein, with its critical essays by esteemed scholars compiled by Hans-Johann Glock, examines the enduring significance of Ludwig Wittgenstein's philosophical contributions well into the twenty-first century. The collection offers diverse interpretations, blending traditional and innovative perspectives, encouraging readers to reevaluate modern philosophical trends through the lens of Wittgenstein's insights.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780631194378

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 August 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

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Edited by Hans-Johann Glock
Edited by Hans-Johann Glock

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 47.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 599g

Pages: 416

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Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Series: Blackwell Critical Reader

About the Author

Hans-Johann Glock is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Reading. He has been Visiting Professor at Queen's University, Ontario and a research fellow of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation at Bielefeld University. He is author of A Wittgenstein Dictionary (Blackwell 1996) and Quine and Davidson (2003); editor of The Rise of Analytic Philosophy (Blackwell 1997), Strawson and Kant (2003); and co-editor, with Robert L. Arrington, of Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations (1991) and Wittgenstein and Quine (1996).