{"product_id":"portraits-of-wittgenstein-9781350046634","title":"Portraits of Wittgenstein","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePortraits of Wittgenstein \u003c\/i\u003eis a major collection of memoirs and reflections on one of the most influential and yet elusive personalities in the history of modern philosophy, Ludwig Wittgenstein. Featuring a wealth of illuminating and profound insights into Wittgenstein's extraordinary life, this unique collection reveals Wittgenstein''s character and power of personality more vividly and comprehensively than ever before.  With portraits from more than 50 figures, \u003ci\u003ePortraits of Wittgenstein\u003c\/i\u003e brings together the personal recollections of philosophers, students, friends and acquaintances, including Bertrand Russell, G. E. Moore, F. R. Leavis, A. J. Ayer, Karl Popper, Friedrich von Hayek, G. H. von Wright, Freeman Dyson, Iris Murdoch, Mary Midgley and Mary Warnock. These authors testify to the life-long influence Wittgenstein had on the lives of those he met. Their fascinating memoirs, reflections and commentaries, often at odds with each other, reveal Wittgenstein''s kindness, \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is why a book such as \u003ci\u003ePortraits of Wittgenstein\u003c\/i\u003e makes such compelling reading … It is a collection of essays written by people who knew or came into contact with Wittgenstein over the years. Most people who did so either hated him or loved him; almost all feared him … Even someone, such as this writer, who thinks there are philosophical problems, can find himself fascinated by, even rapt in this kaleidoscopic portrait of a genius, a saint-like holy fool of philosophy who lived his philosophy to the uttermost. * The University Bookman *\u003cbr\u003ePortraits of Wittgenstein is a splendid anthology of almost all the personal memoirs of Wittgenstein's relatives, friends, pupils and acquaintances. Collectively they provide a remarkable portrait of the greatest philosopher of the twentieth century, vividly depict his circle of friends, and illuminate the relationship between the man and his philosophy. (Of the hardback edition) * Peter Hacker, Emeritus Research Fellow, St John’s College, Oxford, UK *\u003cbr\u003e[This] is a wonderful project - endlessly fascinating for philosophers, but it will also appeal to anyone with the most casual interest in twentieth-century intellectual history. This is the work everyone who is interested in Wittgenstein the man needs. (Of the hardback edition) * Times Literary Supplement *\u003cbr\u003e[A] splendid two-volume compendium ... Together they [the volumes] present a composite image of the man which is hugely impressive. (Of the hardback edition) * The Fortnightly Review *\u003cbr\u003eThe contributions are excellent and rich in knowledge of the historical perspective and intellectual horizons in which Wittgenstein was moving. (Of the hardback edition) * Wittgenstein-Studien (Bloomsbury translation) *\u003cbr\u003eI have made constant use of this multi-volume collection of reminiscences about Wittgenstein since its original publication in 1999. This new and expanded edition adds several insightful pieces, including a detailed report on Wittgenstein’s visit to Cornell in 1949. Endlessly fascinating! (Of the hardback edition) * James C. Klagge, Professor of Philosophy, Virginia Tech, USA and Author of 'Wittgenstein in Exile.' *\u003cbr\u003ePortraits of Wittgenstein is a comprehensive collection of recollections and memoirs of the greatest philosopher of the twentieth century. It is a mesmerising array of snapshots of a fascinating and charismatic thinker, which will give delight to many readers, and provides indispensable raw materials for reflections on Wittgenstein and his role in his troubled times and the relevance of his thought to ours. (Of the hardback edition) * Peter Hacker, Professor of Philosophy, University of Kent at Canterbury, UK *\u003cbr\u003eIn bringing together such a large collection of memoirs of Wittgenstein - many hard to find in their original publications - the editors of this two-volume set perform an inestimable service to scholars of the philosopher, whether their interest is simply in biographical details or if they wish to contextualise his philosophy. The original of this publication has been of great service to me over the years in understanding the life and work of Wittgenstein, and I fully expect this expanded edition to fill a similar role. (Of the hardback edition) * Jonathan Smith, Archivist, Trinity College Library Cambridge, University of Cambridge, UK *\u003cbr\u003ePortraits of Wittgenstein is an invaluable cornucopia of biographical materials - from chronologies to records of teaching, from diary extracts to reminiscences. These newly updated volumes richly frame the extraordinary life of one of the twentieth-century's greatest philosophers as well as the receding horizon of his own time. (Of the hardback edition) * David Stern, Professor of Philosophy, University of Iowa, USA *\u003cbr\u003eWhat comes across so strongly in these recollections and reminiscences is how loved and admired he was ... This book is a tribute to his life and character. -- Sean Sheehan * Dublin Review of Books *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaps and Illustrations Preface to Annotated Edition   1. A Biographical Sketch, \u003ci\u003eGeorg H. von Wright\u003c\/i\u003e 2. The Laboratory for Self-Destruction, \u003ci\u003eRay Monk \u003c\/i\u003e 3. My Brother Ludwig, \u003ci\u003eHermine Wittgenstein\u003c\/i\u003e 4. Remembering My Cousin, Ludwig Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eFriedrich A. Hayek\u003c\/i\u003e 5. Wittgenstein in Manchester, \u003ci\u003eWolfe Mays\u003c\/i\u003e 6. My Friendship with Ludwig Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eWilliam Eccles\u003c\/i\u003e 7. Ludwig Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eBertrand Russell\u003c\/i\u003e 8. Philosophers and Idiots, \u003ci\u003eBertrand Russell\u003c\/i\u003e 9. Autobiography, \u003ci\u003eGeorge E. Moore\u003c\/i\u003e 10. Ludwig Wittgenstein in Norway 1913-1950, \u003ci\u003eKnut Olav Amas and Rolf Larsen\u003c\/i\u003e 11. Soldier and Prisoner of War, \u003ci\u003eF.R Flowers III\u003c\/i\u003e 12. Ludwig Wittgenstein in 1915-1916, \u003ci\u003eMax Bieler\u003c\/i\u003e 13. A Memoir, \u003ci\u003ePaul Englemann\u003c\/i\u003e 14. Bartley’s Wittgenstein and the Coded Remarks, \u003ci\u003eRay Monk \u003c\/i\u003e 15. Wittgenstein in Austria as an Elementary-School Teacher,\u003ci\u003e Luise Hausmann and Eugene C. Hargrove\u003c\/i\u003e 16. Ludwig Wittgenstein's Austrian Dictionary, \u003ci\u003eKarl Menger\u003c\/i\u003e 17. Wittgenstein and Ramsey, \u003ci\u003eMargaret Paul\u003c\/i\u003e 18. Wittgenstein and the Vienna Circle, \u003ci\u003eRudolf Carnap\u003c\/i\u003e 19. Wittgenstein, Brouwer and the Circle, \u003ci\u003eKarl Menger\u003c\/i\u003e 20. Memories of Ludwig Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eFrances Partridge\u003c\/i\u003e 21. Wittgenstein 1929-1931,\u003ci\u003e Desmond Lee\u003c\/i\u003e 22. I’m Afraid There is a Gathering of Philosophers Going on in Here, \u003ci\u003eJohn Mabbott\u003c\/i\u003e 23. Wittgenstein’s Return to Cambridge, \u003ci\u003eGeorge E. Moore\u003c\/i\u003e 24. Portrait of a Philosopher, \u003ci\u003eKarl Britton\u003c\/i\u003e 25. Wittgenstein: Some Personal Recollections, \u003ci\u003eGeorge Thomson\u003c\/i\u003e 26. Wittgenstein: A Personal Memoir, \u003ci\u003eFania Pascal\u003c\/i\u003e 27. Memories of Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eFrank R. Leavis\u003c\/i\u003e 28. Ludwig Wittgenstein: A Portrait, \u003ci\u003eAlice Ambrose\u003c\/i\u003e 29. Ludwig Wittgenstein, 1934-1937,\u003ci\u003e John Wisdom\u003c\/i\u003e 30. A Student’s Memoir, \u003ci\u003eTheodore Redpath\u003c\/i\u003e 31. Recollections of Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eJohn King\u003c\/i\u003e 32. A Memoir, \u003ci\u003eNorman Malcolm\u003c\/i\u003e 33. Recollections of Ludwig Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eA.J. Ayer\u003c\/i\u003e 34. Recollections of Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eWolfe Mays\u003c\/i\u003e 35. It Will Be Terrible Afterwards, Whoever Wins, \u003ci\u003eBrian F. McGuinness\u003c\/i\u003e 36. Ludwig Wittgenstein and Guy’s Hospital,\u003ci\u003e J.R. Henderson\u003c\/i\u003e 37. Ludwig Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eW.G. Tillman\u003c\/i\u003e 38. Ludwig Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eRonald MacKeith\u003c\/i\u003e 39. Wittgenstein in Newcastle, \u003ci\u003eLeo Kinlin\u003c\/i\u003e 40. I Taught Wittgenstein,\u003ci\u003e John Lenihan\u003c\/i\u003e 41. Philosophers and Friends, \u003ci\u003eDorothy Emmet\u003c\/i\u003e 42. A Meeting with Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eJohn F. Mills\u003c\/i\u003e 43. A Deeper Understanding, \u003ci\u003eFreeman Dyson\u003c\/i\u003e 44. A Confrontation with Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eKarl Popper\u003c\/i\u003e 45. Popper and the Poker, \u003ci\u003ePeter Munz\u003c\/i\u003e 46. Last Lectures 1946-1947, \u003ci\u003ePeter Geach\u003c\/i\u003e 47. A Recollection of Ludwig Wittgenstein,\u003ci\u003e Iris Murdoch\u003c\/i\u003e 48. A Confrontation in Oxford, \u003ci\u003eMary Midgley\u003c\/i\u003e 49. A Tremendous Coup, \u003ci\u003eMary Warnock\u003c\/i\u003e 50. Recollections of Wittgenstein, \u003ci\u003eGitta-Deutch Arnold\u003c\/i\u003e 51. Wittgenstein in Ireland: An Account of His Various Visits from   1934 to 1949, \u003ci\u003eGeorge Hetherington\u003c\/i\u003e 52. A Memory of a Master, \u003ci\u003eWilliam H. Gass\u003c\/i\u003e 53. Wittgenstein in Cornell, \u003ci\u003eTrevor Pinch and Richard Swedberg\u003c\/i\u003e 54. Wittgenstein: Conversations 1949-1951, \u003ci\u003eO.K. Bouwsma\u003c\/i\u003e 55. Wittgenstein in Cambridge 1949-1951: Some Personal Recollections, \u003ci\u003eKnut E. Tranoy\u003c\/i\u003e 56. Wittgenstein’s Last Year,\u003ci\u003e Joan Bevan \u003c\/i\u003e      Notes   on the Contributors  List of   Further Reading Acknowledgements Index","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51019624907095,"sku":"9781350046634","price":999.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781350046634.jpg?v=1750780820","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/portraits-of-wittgenstein-9781350046634","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}