Contemporary Philosophy: Philosophy in English Since 1945

by Thomas Baldwin

Engaging, accessible, and up-to-date, this work introduces the central debates of English language philosophy since 1945. It begins with a brief description of philosophical debate during the first half of the twentieth century, offering fascinating discussions of writings by Wittgenstein, Ryle, Austin, Quine, and Sellars. It then describes several ensuing philosophical debates that have shaped philosophical discussions since the 1960s, addressing...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0192892584
• ISBN13: 9780192892584
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 7.6"