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The Routledge Philosophers Ser.: Wittgenstein by William Child (2011, Hardcover)
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PublisherRoutledge
ISBN-100415312051
ISBN-139780415312059
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Number of Pages288 Pages
Publication NameWittgenstein
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
SubjectIndividual Philosophers, General
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaPhilosophy
AuthorWilliam Child
SeriesThe Routledge Philosophers Ser.
FormatHardcover
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Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight18.4 Oz
Item Length8.7 in
Item Width5.6 in
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Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2010-045108
Reviews'This introduction to the work of one of the most important figures in the history of philosophy is both accessible and reliable. Child's lucid prose demystifies Wittgenstein's main ideas and makes intelligible the key transitions in his thought from early to late. Highly recommended.' - Michael Potter, University of Cambridge, UK 'A profound and illuminating contribution to the Wittgenstein corpus, combining scholarship and readability. Child's engagement with various theories and themes in Wittgenstein's writings, along with his attention to background and historical context, makes this an informative and immensely rewarding book.' - Robert Brice, Loyola University, USA 'A pellucid introduction in both style and structure, pitched at just the right level for higher level undergraduates.' - Andy Hamilton, Durham University, UK, 'This introduction to the work of one of the most important figures in the history of philosophy is both accessible and reliable. Child's lucid prose demystifies Wittgenstein's main ideas and makes intelligible the key transitions in his thought from early to late. Highly recommended.' Michael Potter, University of Cambridge, UK 'A profound and illuminating contribution to the Wittgenstein corpus, combining scholarship and readability. Child's engagement with various theories and themes in Wittgenstein's writings, along with his attention to background and historical context, makes this an informative and immensely rewarding book.' Robert Brice, Loyola University, USA 'A pellucid introduction in both style and structure, pitched at just the right level for higher level undergraduates.'- Andy Hamilton, Durham University, UK, This introduction to the work of one of the most important figures in the history of philosophy is both accessible and reliable. Child's lucid prose demystifies Wittgenstein's main ideas and makes intelligible the key transitions in his thought from early to late. Highly recommended. " “ Michael Potter, University of Cambridge, UK 'A profound and illuminating contribution to the Wittgenstein corpus, combining scholarship and readability. Child "s engagement with various theories and themes in Wittgenstein "s writings, along with his attention to background and historical context, makes this an informative and immensely rewarding book.' “ Robert Brice, Loyola University, USA 'A pellucid introduction in both style and structure, pitched at just the right level for higher level undergraduates.'- Andy Hamilton, Durham University, UK, 'This introduction to the work of one of the most important figures in the history of philosophy is both accessible and reliable. Child's lucid prose demystifies Wittgenstein's main ideas and makes intelligible the key transitions in his thought from early to late. Highly recommended.' - Michael Potter, University of Cambridge, UK 'A profound and illuminating contribution to the Wittgenstein corpus, combining scholarship and readability. Child's engagement with various theories and themes in Wittgenstein's writings, along with his attention to background and historical context, makes this an informative and immensely rewarding book.'- Robert Brice, Loyola University, USA 'A pellucid introduction in both style and structure, pitched at just the right level for higher level undergraduates.'- Andy Hamilton, Durham University, UK
Dewey Edition22
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Dewey Decimal192
Table Of ContentChronology 1. Life and Works 2. The Tractatus, Language and Logic 3. The Tractatus, Reality and the Limits of Language 4. From The Tractatus to Philosophical Investigations 5. Intentionality and Rule-Following 6. Mind and Psychology 7. Knowledge and Certainty 8. Religion and Anthropology 9. Legacy and Influence. Glossary. Bibliography. Index
SynopsisLudwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) is considered by most philosophers - even those who do not share his views - to be the most influential philosopher of the 20th century. His contributions to the philosophy of language, mind, meaning and psychology - as well as to logic, mathematics and epistemology - permanently altered the philosophical landscape, and his Tractatus Logico Philosophicus and Philosophical Investigations continue to be studied in philosophy departments around in the world. In this superb introduction and overview of Wittgenstein's life and work, William Child discusses: Wittgenstein's early work, Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus , including his account of language and thought Wittgenstein's subsequent rejection of some of the central doctrines of the Tractatus Wittgenstein's later philosophy intentionality and rule-following philosophy of mind and psychology in Philosophical Investigations knowledge and certainty, and Wittgenstein's final work philosophy of religion the legacy and influence of Wittgenstein's ideas in philosophy, and beyond. Including a chronology, glossary, and helpful conclusions to each chapter, Wittgenstein is essential reading for anyone coming to Wittgenstein's philosophy for the first time., Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) is considered by most philosophers - even those who do not share his views - to be the most influential philosopher of the 20th century. His contributions to the philosophy of language, mind, meaning and psychology - as well as to logic, mathematics and epistemology - permanently altered the philosophical landscape, and his Tractatus Logico Philosophicus and Philosophical Investigations continue to be studied in philosophy departments around in the world. In this superb introduction and overview of Wittgenstein's life and work, William Child discusses: Wittgenstein's early work, Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus, including his account of language and thought Wittgenstein's subsequent rejection of some of the central doctrines of the Tractatus Wittgenstein's later philosophy intentionality and rule-following philosophy of mind and psychology in Philosophical Investigations knowledge and certainty, and Wittgenstein's final work philosophy of religion the legacy and influence of Wittgenstein's ideas in philosophy, and beyond. Including a chronology, glossary, and helpful conclusions to each chapter, Wittgenstein is essential reading for anyone coming to Wittgenstein's philosophy for the first time.
LC Classification NumberB3376.W564C53 2011
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