Wittgenstein

Ayer, A.J.

ISBN 10: 0394543475 / ISBN 13: 9780394543475

Published by Random House, 1985

Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. With remainder mark. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # D06F-02479

Synopsis:

Briefly traces the life of the Vienna-born philosopher, examines his major works, and discusses the fundamental concepts of his philosophy

Reviews: The eminent British philosopher intends this book for lay readers but hopes that it will also interest professional colleagues. However, it presupposes too much knowledge of philosophy to benefit the former and it is too superficial to stimulate the latter. Laypersons will be better served by Anthony Kenny's Wittgenstein ( LJ 12/15/73), and both they and philosophers will find that work or Robert J. Fogelin's Wittgenstein ( LJ 2/1/77) more rewarding. The only audience for whom I think Ayer's book appropriate is philosophy majors, who will have the requisite background but will lack the detailed knowledge that their teachers have. The book is clearly written and discusses a wide range of topics in Wittgenstein's philosophy. For undergraduate collections. Robert Hoffman, Philosophy Dept., York Coll., CUNY
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Bibliographic Details

Title: Wittgenstein
Publisher: Random House
Publication Date: 1985
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included