Words and Things: A Critical Account of Linguistic Philosophy and a Study in Ideology

Gellner, Ernest

ISBN 10: 1258060051 / ISBN 13: 9781258060053

Published by Literary Licensing, LLC, 2011

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Synopsis:

Words And Things is a book written by the renowned philosopher Ernest Gellner. In this book, Gellner provides a critical account of linguistic philosophy and its impact on ideology. He argues that linguistic philosophy, which emphasizes the study of language and its relationship to reality, has had a profound influence on modern thought and has led to a kind of intellectual confusion. Gellner examines the works of prominent philosophers such as Ludwig Wittgenstein and J.L. Austin, and critiques their ideas on language and meaning. He argues that their theories are flawed and have contributed to the rise of postmodernism and relativism. The book also explores the relationship between language and ideology, and how language is used to shape and reinforce political beliefs. Gellner examines the role of language in nationalism and argues that language is often used as a tool for creating and maintaining national identity. Overall, Words And Things is a thought-provoking and insightful book that challenges many of the assumptions of linguistic philosophy and sheds light on the relationship between language, ideology, and politics. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, linguistics, or political theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

About the Author: Ernest Gellner was Professor of Philosophy at the London School of Economics from 1962 to 1984, when he became Professor of Social Anthropology at Cambridge University. Before his death in 1995, he was Research Professor and Director of the Center for the Study of Nationalism at the Central European University in Prague. His many books include "Words and Things", "Thoughts and Change", "Saints of the Atlas", "Nations and Nationalism, Culture, Identity and Politics, Plough, Sword, and Book", and "Conditions of Liberty"

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Title: Words and Things: A Critical Account of ...
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Publication Date: 2011
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: As New