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Crispin Wright is widely recognised as one of the most important and influential analytic philosophers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. This volume is a collective exploration of the major themes of his work in philosophy of language, philosophical logic, and philosophy of mathematics. It comprises specially written chapters by a group of internationally renowned thinkers, as well as four substantial responses from Wright. In these thematically organized replies, Wright summarizes his life's work and responds to the contributory essays collected in this book. In bringing together such scholarship, the present volume testifies to both the enormous interest in Wright's thought and the continued relevance of Wright's seminal contributions in analytic philosophy for present-day debates;
This volume investigates the foundational impact and ongoing relevance of Crispin Wright’s philosophical contributions to logic, language, and mathematics. Alexander Miller compiles a series of scholarly essays that examine Wright’s influence on analytic philosophy, providing a comprehensive overview of his intellectual trajectory. The text serves as a critical engagement with Wright’s core arguments, featuring direct responses from the philosopher himself to clarify and defend his positions.
What You Will Find
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Experts recognize this volume as a significant resource for those already familiar with Wright’s complex body of work. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is intended for advanced students and professional philosophers.
Page Count:
464
Publication Date:
2020-01-01
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
ISBN-10:
0192582097
ISBN-13:
9780192582096
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