Wittgenstein and the End of Philosophy
Author | : D. Hutto |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 274 |
Release | : 2003-09-30 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780230503205 |
ISBN-13 | : 0230503209 |
Rating | : 4/5 (209 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Wittgenstein and the End of Philosophy by : D. Hutto
Download or read book Wittgenstein and the End of Philosophy written by D. Hutto and published by Springer. This book was released on 2003-09-30 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is the true worth of Wittgenstein's contribution to philosophy? Opinions are strongly divided, with many resting on misreadings of his purpose. This book challenges 'theoretical' and 'therapeutic' interpretations, proposing that Wittgenstein saw clarification as the true end of philosophy, that his approach exemplifies critical philosophy.