Ludwig Wittgenstein: The Duty of Genius
by Ray Monk
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Author: Ray MonkEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1991-11-01
ISBN: 0140159959
Number of pages: 672
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
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Book Review: Great and interesting read
Summary: 4 Stars
This book forms both an excellent introduction to the theories and philosophical development of the subject, and a fascinating biography. Concepts are explained succinctly and understandably (even if like me you have no prior knowledge on the subject), as and when they arise in the chronological account of Wittgenstein's life. The biography is fascinating enough to read from cover to cover, and I never found myself tiring of the book as I originally expected from its rich content. Thoroughly recommended.
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