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Ludwig Wittgenstein - A Cultural Point of View: Philosophy in the Darkness of This Time
Author: William James Deangelis
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This book focuses on the fascinating connection between Wittgenstein and Oswald Spengler and in particular the acknowledged influence of Spenglers Decline of the West. His book shows in meticulous detail how Spenglers dark conception of an ongoing cultural decline resonated deeply for Wittgenstein and influenced his later work. In so doing, the work takes into account discussions of these matters by major commentators such as Malcolm, Von Wright, Cavell, Winch, and Clack among others. A noteworthy feature of this book is its attempt to link Wittgensteins cultural concerns with his views on religion and religious language. DeAngelis offers a fresh and original interpretation of the latter.
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This book focuses on the fascinating connection between Wittgenstein and Oswald Spengler and in particular the acknowledged influence of Spenglers Decline of the West. His book shows in meticulous detail how Spenglers dark conception of an ongoing cultural decline resonated deeply for Wittgenstein and influenced his later work. In so doing, the work takes into account discussions of these matters by major commentators such as Malcolm, Von Wright, Cavell, Winch, and Clack among others. A noteworthy feature of this book is its attempt to link Wittgensteins cultural concerns with his views on religion and religious language. DeAngelis offers a fresh and original interpretation of the latter.
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