Ludwig Wittgenstein: The Duty of Genius by Ray Monk (English) Paperback Book

Description: Ludwig Wittgenstein by Ray Monk In this biography of Wittgenstein, the author interleaves the philosophical and emotional aspects of his subjects life. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An intelligent, yet emotionally honest portrait of one of the 20th centurys influential, engimatic thinkers.Monks energetic enterprise is remarkable for the interweaving of the philosophical and the emotional aspects of Wittgensteins life Sunday TimesRay Monks reconnection of Wittgensteins philosophy with his life triumphantly carries out the Wittgensteinian task of "changing the aspect" of Wittgensteins work, getting us to see it in a new way Sunday TelegraphThis biography transforms Wittgenstein into a human being Independent on SundayIt is much to be recommended ObserverMonks biography is deeply intelligent, generous to the ordinary reader... It is a beautiful portrait of a beautiful life Guardian Notes Winner of the Mail on Sunday/John Llewellyn Rhys Prize 1990 Author Biography Ray Monk is also the author of Bertrand Russell- The Spirit of Solitude and Robert Oppenheimer- A Life Inside the Centre. He is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Southampton. Review Monks energetic enterprise is remarkable for the interweaving of the philosophical and the emotional aspects of Wittgensteins life * Sunday Times *Ray Monks reconnection of Wittengensteins philosophy with his life triumphantly carries out the Wittengensteinian task of "changing the aspect" of Wittgensteins work, getting us to see it in a new way * Sunday Telegraph *This biography transforms Wittengenstein into a human being * Independent on Sunday *It is much to be recommended * Observer *Monks biography is deeply intelligent, generous to the ordinary reader... It is a beautiful portrait of a beautiful life * Guardian * Promotional Winner of the Mail on Sunday/John Llewellyn Rhys Prize 1990 Kirkus UK Review This is one of the outstanding biographies of a philosopher. Wittgensteins contribution to 20th-century philosophy is immense. Monk manages both to illuminate Wittgensteins psychologically complex, yet outwardly austere life and to give a sense of the philosophical problems with which Wittgenstein was grappling. Review by Nigel Warburton, author of Philosophy: The Classics (Kirkus UK) Kirkus US Review A first-rate, massive (647 pp.), and accessible biography of the influential Austrian philosopher. Debut book-writer Monk. who studied philosophy at Oxford and York Universities, relies mainly on Wittgensteins previously unpublished letters and notebooks, plus interviews with the philosophers family and friends. By deftly juxtaposing anecdotal details with clear, nontechnical analyses of Wittgensteins philosophy, he allows even lay readers with no background in logic to follow the text. According to Monk, Wittgensteins struggles with the problems of logic invariably reflected the more personal woes of his frequently tormented life; he rejected family and fortune, had consistently troubled intimacies, and simultaneously longed for and despised acceptance by peers and scholars. Particularly interesting here is Monks depiction of the long, varied relationship between Wittgenstein and Bertrand Russell, which he describes as a changing and complex series of roles. According to Monk, Wittgenstein began as Russells student, became his colleague and friend, then eventually his master, before communication effectively broke down years later. Also of note is Monks efficient summary of Wittgensteins major contributions to modern philosophy, Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus and Philosophical Reflection. Monks research is impeccable, his tone nonjudgmental In consequence, Wittgenstein emerges as one of the most complex and fascinating intellectuals of the modern era, Worthwhile reading, then, for anyone interested in philosophy - or creative genius. (Kirkus Reviews) Prizes Winner of Mail on Sunday / John Llewellyn Rhys Prize 1990 Review Text Monks energetic enterprise is remarkable for the interweaving of the philosophical and the emotional aspects of Wittgensteins life Review Quote Monks energetic enterprise is remarkable for the interweaving of the philosophical and the emotional aspects of Wittgensteins life Promotional "Headline" An intelligent, yet emotionally honest portrait of one of the 20th centurys influential, engimatic thinkers. Details ISBN0099883708 Author Ray Monk Year 1991 ISBN-10 0099883708 ISBN-13 9780099883708 Format Paperback Publication Date 1991-09-05 Imprint Vintage Subtitle The Duty of Genius Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 192 Media Book Language English Pages 704 Publisher Vintage Publishing Illustrations 1 Short Title Ludwig Wittgenstein DOI 10.1604/9780099883708 UK Release Date 1991-09-05 AU Release Date 1991-09-05 NZ Release Date 1991-09-05 Translator Polly McLean Birth 1930 Affiliation Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad, India Position UN Under-Secretary General and Rector Qualifications QC Alternative 9781448112678 Audience General 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:907229;

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