Wittgenstein is one of the most important and influential twentieth-century philosophers in the western tradition. In his Philosophical Investigations he undertakes a radical critique of analytical philosophy's approach to both the philosophy of language and the philosophy of mind. The Routledge Guidebook to Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations introduces and assesses:

• Wittgenstein's life
• The principal ideas of the Philosophical Investigations
• Some of the principal disputes concerning the interpretation of his work
• Wittgenstein's philosophical method and its connection with the form of the text.

With further reading included throughout, this guidebook is essential reading for all students of philosophy, and all those wishing to get to grips with this masterpiece.

About the Author

Marie McGinn is Professor Emeritus of Philosophy at the University of York.

Reviews

"This is one of the best introductions to the later Wittgenstein: it is accessible without oversimplifying, closely focused on central passages in the Investigations, and takes Wittgenstein's way of writing philosophy seriously. It would be ideal for students reading the Investigations for the first time."

David Stern, Mind.

Book Information
ISBN 9780415452564
Author Marie McGinn
Format Paperback
Page Count 346
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 395g