Normativity, Meaning and Philosophy: Essays on Wittgenstein by Hans-Johann Glock

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Normativity, Meaning and Philosophy: Essays on Wittgenstein by Hans-Johann Glock The essays defend and develop a central Wittgensteinian idea: grammatical rules for the use of expressions hold the key to understanding linguistic meaning, as well as its connections to necessary propositions, conceptual thought, and the nature of philosophy. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is a collection of essays on Wittgenstein and Wittgensteinian themes that appeared between 1996 and 2019. It is divided into three parts, with a common trajectory laid out in a substantial introduction.The first part links meaning, necessity and normativity. It defends and modifies Wittgensteins claim that the idea of a grammatical rule holds the key to understanding linguistic meaning and its connection to necessary truth. The second part elucidates the connections between meaning, concepts and thought in Wittgenstein and beyond. It shows how he laid the grounds for a sound understanding of four contested issues - radical interpretation, concepts, nonsense and animal minds. The third part provides a qualified defence of Wittgensteins controversial idea that philosophical problems are conceptual, and thereby rooted in confusions concerning the meanings of and semantic relations between linguistic expressions. Against irrationalist interpretations, it demonstrates that Wittgensteins method is argumentative rather than therapeutic.The collection as a whole makes a powerful case for an analytic perspective on Wittgenstein. The essays bring out the abiding relevance of Wittgensteins reflections to contemporary debates on central topics such as the role of normativity, the foundations of linguistic meaning, the nature of concepts, the possibility of animal thought, and the proper methods of philosophy. Author Biography Dr. Hans-Johann Glock is professor of philosophy at the University of Zurich (Switzerland), visiting professor at the University of Reading (UK) and a recipient of a Humboldt Research Prize. Table of Contents Acknowledgements; Part I Norms and Necessity, Chapter 1 Necessity and Normativity; Chapter 2 Necessity and Language: In Defence of Conventionalism; Chapter 3 Does Language Require Conventions?; Chapter 4 Philosophy Rehinged?; Part II Thought and Concepts, Chapter 5 On Safari with Wittgenstein, Quine and Davidson ; Chapter 6 All Kinds of Nonsense; Chapter 7 Wittgenstein on Concepts; Chapter 8 Thought, Language and Animals; Part III Meaning and Philosophy, Chapter 9 What Is Meaning? A Wittgensteinian Answer to an Un-Wittgensteinian Question; Chapter 10 Philosophical Investigations Section 128: Theses in Philosophy and Undogmatic Procedure; Chapter 11 Philosophy and Philosophical Method; Chapter 12 Unruly Wittgensteinians; Bibliography; Index of Names and Subjects Review "This is an outstanding collection of Glocks essays on Wittgenstein. They are written with exemplary clarity and methodological self-consciousness, illuminating major themes in Wittgensteins philosophy and highlighting difficulties. This volume constitutes a permanent and invaluable contribution to both analytic philosophy and Wittgenstein studies."—P. M. S. Hacker, St Johns College, Oxford, UK."I cant think of anyone who has contributed more to our understanding of Wittgensteins philosophy than Hanjo Glock. Although Im greatly looking forward to reengaging with this collection of his essays, I dont need to do that in order to be confident of the education and pleasure I will receive from it, and I can already recommend, in the strongest possible terms, that any philosopher should study it very carefully." —Paul Horwich, New York University, USA."The very well-argued and enjoyable essays in this collection present some of the most important highlights of Glocks take on Wittgensteins philosophy. His approach is always balanced, supremely well informed, and continues successfully to present Wittgensteins work as of central and enduring importance to modern philosophy."—John Preston, University of Reading, UK. Promotional The collection brings out the abiding relevance of Wittgensteins reflections to contemporary debates on the importance of normativity, the foundations of meaning and necessity, the nature of concepts, the possibility of animal thought and the proper method of philosophy. Long Description This is a collection of essays on Wittgenstein and Wittgensteinian themes that appeared between 1996 and 2019. It is divided into three parts, with a common trajectory laid out in a substantial introduction. The first part links meaning, necessity and normativity. It defends and modifies Wittgensteins claim that the idea of a grammatical rule holds the key to understanding linguistic meaning and its connection to necessary truth. The second part elucidates the connections between meaning, concepts and thought in Wittgenstein and beyond. It shows how he laid the grounds for a sound understanding of four contested issues--radical interpretation, concepts, nonsense and animal minds. The third part provides a qualified defence of Wittgensteins controversial idea that philosophical problems are conceptual, and thereby rooted in confusions concerning the meanings of and semantic relations between linguistic expressions. Against irrationalist interpretations, it demonstrates that Wittgensteins method is argumentative rather than therapeutic. The collection as a whole makes a powerful case for an analytic perspective on Wittgenstein. The essays bring out the abiding relevance of Wittgensteins reflections to contemporary debates on central topics such as the role of normativity, the foundations of linguistic meaning, the nature of concepts, the possibility of animal thought, and the proper methods of philosophy. Promotional "Headline" The collection brings out the abiding relevance of Wittgensteins reflections to contemporary debates on the importance of normativity, the foundations of meaning and necessity, the nature of concepts, the possibility of animal thought and the proper method of philosophy. Details ISBN1839983469 Publisher Anthem Press Language English ISBN-10 1839983469 ISBN-13 9781839983467 Format Hardcover Imprint Anthem Press Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Author Hans-Johann Glock NZ Release Date 2023-11-14 Series Anthem Studies in Wittgenstein Edited by Hans-Johann Glock DEWEY 192 Audience Professional & Vocational Year 2024 Publication Date 2024-04-09 UK Release Date 2024-04-09 Pages 292 AU Release Date 2024-04-08 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:159085562;

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