Remarks on the Foundations of Mathematics by Ludwig Wittgenstein (English) Paper

Description: Remarks on the Foundations of Mathematics by Ludwig Wittgenstein, G.H. von Wright, R. Rhees, G.E.M. Anscombe Wittgensteins work remains, undeniably, now, that of one of those few philosophers who will be read by all future generations. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Wittgensteins work remains, undeniably, now, that of one of those few philosophers who will be read by all future generations.The Remarks analyzes in depth such topics as logical compulsion (the "must") and mathematical conviction; calculation as experiment; mathematical surprise, discovery, and invention; Russells logic, G dels theorem, Cantors diagonal procedure, Dedekinds cuts; the nature of proof and contradiction; and the role of mathematical propositions in the forming of concepts.Wittgensteins later philosophy was much involved with the concept of "language-games," of which mathematics was one. It was his feeling that a proper analysis of the use of language would clarify concepts and lead to the solution of (what seem to be) philosophical problems.Sometimes, Wittgensteins expository method is pre-Socratic- a flow of disconnected statements, not unlike Heraclitean fragments, that range from clear aphorisms to cryptic oracles. Elsewhere, there are brief Socratic dialogues with imaginary persons, opponents of equally severe seriousness, representatives of the other half of Wittgenstein strove for total clarity of language as a means of solving philosophical problems, but some of his most meaningful statements here are expressed suggestively, subjectively, poetically. Author Biography Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) was born in Austria and Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) was born in Austria and Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) was born in Austria and Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) was born in Austria and studied at Cambridge under Bertrand Russell. He volunteered studied at Cambridge under Bertrand Russell. He volunteered studied at Cambridge under Bertrand Russell. He volunteered studied at Cambridge under Bertrand Russell. He volunteered to serve in the Austrian army at the outbreak of World War Ito serve in the Austrian army at the outbreak of World War Ito Review "Wittgensteins work remains, undeniably, now, that off one of those few philosophers who will be read by all future generations. It is by far the richest twentieth-century source of philosophical ideas, which it will take us more decades yet properly to apprehend and to absorb; despite the difficulty with which his work presents the reader, there is nothing that is likely to be more rewarding. The philosophy of mathematics was one of his earliest and most persistent preoccupations... The present edition... is a selection from seven distinct pieces of writing by Wittgenstein, with none of which he was content. For all that, it demands the most thorough attention from anyone interested in his philosophy, because the subject occupied so important a place in his thought." Nature Promotional Wittgensteins work remains, undeniably, now, that of one of those few philosophers who will be read by all future generations. It is by far the richest twentieth-century source of philosophical ideas, which it will take us more decades yet properly to apprehend and to absorb; despite the difficulty with which his work presents the reader, there is nothing that is likely to be more rewarding. The philosophy of mathematics was one of his earliest and most persistent preoccupations...The present edition...is a selection from seven distinct pieces of writing by Wittgenstein, with none of which he was content. For all that, it demands the most thorough attention from anyone interested in his philosophy, because the subject occupied so important a place in his thought. Nature Review Text "Wittgensteins work remains, undeniably, now, that off one of those few philosophers who will be read by all future generations. It is by far the richest twentieth-century source of philosophical ideas, which it will take us more decades yet properly to apprehend and to absorb; despite the difficulty with which his work presents the reader, there is nothing that is likely to be more rewarding. The philosophy of mathematics was one of his earliest and most persistent preoccupations.... The present edition... is a selection from seven distinct pieces of writing by Wittgenstein, with none of which he was content. For all that, it demands the most thorough attention from anyone interested in his philosophy, because the subject occupied so important a place in his thought." - Nature Promotional "Headline" "Wittgensteins work remains, undeniably, now, that off one of those few philosophers who will be read by all future generations. It is by far the richest twentieth-century source of philosophical ideas, which it will take us more decades yet properly to apprehend and to absorb; despite the difficulty with which his work presents the reader, there is nothing that is likely to be more rewarding. The philosophy of mathematics was one of his earliest and most persistent preoccupations.... The present edition... is a selection from seven distinct pieces of writing by Wittgenstein, with none of which he was content. For all that, it demands the most thorough attention from anyone interested in his philosophy, because the subject occupied so important a place in his thought." - Nature Details ISBN0262730677 Author G.E.M. Anscombe Year 1983 ISBN-10 0262730677 ISBN-13 9780262730679 Format Paperback Publication Date 1983-05-10 Short Title REMARKS ON THE FOUNDATIONS OF Pages 444 Language English Media Book DEWEY 501 Edition 2nd Translator G.E.M. Anscombe Imprint MIT Press Place of Publication Cambridge, Mass. Country of Publication United States Edited by G. E. M. Anscombe Birth 1916 Death 2003 Residence US Affiliation Philosopher Late of University of Cambridge, UK Philosopher Philosophe Audience Age 18 DOI 10.1604/9780262730679 UK Release Date 1983-05-10 AU Release Date 1983-05-10 NZ Release Date 1983-05-10 US Release Date 1983-05-10 Series Remarks on the Foundations of Mathematics Publisher MIT Press Ltd Edition Description revised edition Alternative 9780262230803 Audience Undergraduate 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! TheNile_Item_ID:159413690;

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