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Wittgenstein: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 192
EAN: 9780192854117
ISBN: 0192854119
Label: Oxford University Press, USA
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 160
Publication Date: July 28, 2001
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Studio: Oxford University Press, USA
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Editorial Review:
Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) was an extraordinarily original thinker, whose influence on twentieth-century thinking far outside the bounds of philosophy alone. In this engaging Introduction, A.C. Grayling makes Wittgenstein's thought accessible to the general reader by explaining the nature and impact of Wittgenstein's views. He describes both his early and later philosophy, the differences and connections between them, and gives a fresh assessment of Wittgenstein's continuing influence on contemporary thought.
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A marginal philosopher whose influence on philosophy is minimal and whose arguments are riddled with paradox. That seems to be Grayling's assessment of Wittgenstein.
And yet Wittgenstein is a philosopher who has had a major impact on both Anglo-American philosophy and Continental philosophy. He is Daniel Dennett's 'hero' (in the Time 100), Searle rates him as the greatest 20th century philosopher, Dreyfus rates him as one of the two greatest 20th century philosophers. There is no debating ... Read More
Rating:  - Excellent introduction to Wittgenstein
This is an ideal overview of Wittgenstein for those looking to get an initial grasp on his work. Grayling's style is admirably clear and accessible, which is especially valuable because the writing of Wittgenstein himself can be notoriously difficult and cryptic. The book provides a well-organized, concise summary of the Wittgenstein's two philosophic periods (earlier and later). While you might feel a little lost or confused when Grayling is explaining Wittgenstein's writings, don't worry -- at the ... Read More
Rating: - Love the Wittgy, hate the Grayling.
I love the VSI series, but this volume was a bit of a disappointment. Mr. Grayling is very repetitive, and I do not agree with his critique of Wittgentein's later philosophy. Furthermore, he claims that it has had little influence on today's philosophy, which just seems completely false to me. The naturalization of epistemology is completely in accord with Wittgenstein's ideas, Kuhn's 'paradigms' are a version of Wittgenstein's 'forms of life', not to mention the current emphasis on practices. If Wittgenstein ... Read More
Rating: - A gem!
This book is astounding! I have never before encountered a short introduction that so clearly, concisely, accurately or effectively communicates a complex and largely obscure subject. As a result, this book is a remarkable achievement in its own right, not only illuminating the mysteries of Wittgenstein's very difficult work, but doing so in a way that will serve as a timeless model of successful communication. That is not to say that this book is `easy' or that Wittgenstein's complex ideas have been made simple. ... Read More
Rating: - Clearly written and critically sound
Grayling's introduction to Wittgenstein's early and later works is by far the most critical, when comparing the piece to other recent introductory attempts by other qualified writers. Generally, the author does an exceptional job, as was his stated intention, at writing this "introduction" for an uninformed audience, one with little or no knowledge of Wittgenstein or philosophy in general.
The overall tone of the writing is one of scepticism, a serious doubt as to Wittgenstein's importance in terms of his ... Read More
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