| Wittgenstein Dictionary Contributor(s): Glock (Author) |
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ISBN: 0631185372 ISBN-13: 9780631185376 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons OUR PRICE: $46.50 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 1996 Annotation: In over 90 entries, this lucid and accessible dictionary explains technical terms which Wittgenstein introduced into the philosophical debate or transformed substantially, and also topics which play a central role in his work. It delineates Wittgenstein's line of argument, its strength and problems, and sheds light on fundamental exegetical controversies. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Reference - Philosophy | History & Surveys - Modern |
| Dewey: 192 |
| LCCN: 95-18426 |
| Series: Blackwell Philosopher Dictionaries |
| Physical Information: 0.89" H x 5.99" W x 9.01" (1.30 lbs) 416 pages |
| Themes: - Theometrics - Academic |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This lucid and accessible dictionary presents technical terms that Wittgenstein introduced into philosophical debate or transformed substantially, and also topics to which he made a substantial contribution. Hans-Johann Glock places Wittgenstein's ideas in their relevance to current debates. The entries delineate Wittgenstein's lines of argument on particular issues, assessing their strengths and weaknesses, and shed light on fundamental exegetical controversies. The dictionary entries are prefaced by a Sketch of a Intellectual Biography, which links the basic themes of the early and later philosophy and describes the general development of Wittgenstein's thinking. Extensive textual references, a detailed index and an annotated bibliography will facilitate further study. Authoritative, comprehensive and clear, the volume will be welcomed by anyone with an interest in Wittgenstein - his life, work or influence. Each Blackwell Philosopher Dictionary presents the life and work of an individual philosopher in a scholarly but accessible manner. Entries cover key ideas and thoughts, as well as the main themes of the philosopher's works. A comprehensive biographical sketch is also included. |