When future generations come to analyze and survey twentieth-century philosophy as a whole, Bertrand Russell s logic and theory of knowledge is assured a place of prime importance. Yet until this book was first published in 1969 no comprehensive treatment of his epistemology had appeared. Commentators on twentieth-century philosophy at the time assumed that Russell s important contributions to the theory of knowledge were made before 1921. This book challenges that assumption and draws attention to features of Russell s later work which were overlooked.
The analysis starts with Russell...
When future generations come to analyze and survey twentieth-century philosophy as a whole, Bertrand Russell s logic and theory of knowledge is ass...
First published in 1989, this book considers Bertrand Russell s philosophy through his correspondence with others. Indeed, his exchanges with his elders in philosophy, with his contemporaries, and with one of his most outstanding pupils are brought to life in this judicious exposition: meticulously documented before being judged with insight and sympathy, as well as impartiality. Elizabeth Ramsden Eames here explores the issues that emerged from Russell s exchanges with certain other philosophers, and interprets the resulting reciprocal influences and reactions. The conversations presented...
First published in 1989, this book considers Bertrand Russell s philosophy through his correspondence with others. Indeed, his exchanges with his e...
When future generations come to analyze and survey twentieth-century philosophy as a whole, Bertrand Russell s logic and theory of knowledge is assured a place of prime importance. Yet until this book was first published in 1969 no comprehensive treatment of his epistemology had appeared. Commentators on twentieth-century philosophy at the time assumed that Russell s important contributions to the theory of knowledge were made before 1921. This book challenges that assumption and draws attention to features of Russell s later work which were overlooked.
The analysis starts with...
When future generations come to analyze and survey twentieth-century philosophy as a whole, Bertrand Russell s logic and theory of knowledge is ass...
Bertrand Russell Kenneth Blackwell Elizabeth Ramsden Eames
Theory of Knowledge gives us a picture of one of the great minds of the twentieth century at work. It is possible to see the unsolved problems left without disguise or evasion. Historically, it is invaluable to our understanding of both Russell's own thought and his relationship with Wittgenstein.
Theory of Knowledge gives us a picture of one of the great minds of the twentieth century at work. It is possible to see the unsolved problem...
