Wittgenstein's Place in Twentieth-Century Analytic Philosophy, P. M. S. Hacker

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Wittgenstein's Place in Twentieth-Century Analytic Philosophy, P. M. S. Hacker

Name: Wittgenstein's Place in Twentieth-Century Analytic Philosophy, P. M. S. Hacker
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Wittgenstein's Place in Twentieth-Century Analytic Philosophy, P. M. S. Hacker — 1st Edition

Publication: Oxford, Blackwell Publishers, 1996

Formatting: Large 8vo, pp. 368.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The volume presents exceptionally well, maintaining a tight, square, and completely uncreased spine that indicates the book has likely never been fully read. The text block is immaculate and bright, remaining entirely free from the age-toning often found in academic paperbacks of this era. The card covers retain their vibrant teal colour and sharp typography with no fading or scuffing, and the original gloss finish is beautifully preserved. The only minor detraction is a very slight upward curl to the extreme lower front corner of the cover. Internally, the pages remain clean and crisp, making this a highly collectible and superior example of this philosophical text.

Catalogue Note: First Edition, first printing (with the complete number line "2 4 6 8 10 9 7 5 3 1" present on the copyright page). This paperback issue was published concurrently with the hardback edition by Blackwell in 1996.

This comprehensive intellectual history serves both as an epilogue to Hacker's monumental analytical commentary on Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations and as a standalone survey of the philosopher's profound impact on modern thought. The book features a prominent cover blurb from the distinguished philosopher Sir Peter Strawson.

While later reprints and print-on-demand copies of this title are common, locating a true first printing from 1996 in such sharp, uncreased condition is increasingly uncommon on the secondary market.

In this magisterial and compelling account, P. M. S. Hacker traces the dramatic evolution of Ludwig Wittgenstein’s thought and his seismic impact upon twentieth-century analytic philosophy. From the discipline's inception at the turn of the century, through the Vienna Circle and the leading figures of Oxford philosophy, Hacker juxtaposes Wittgenstein’s achievements against those of Frege, Russell, and Quine. Masterfully combining historical context with acute philosophical analysis, this volume stands as an essential benchmark survey for any student or scholar of modern intellectual history.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: P. M. S. Hacker

Book Publisher: Blackwell Publishers

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Philosophy

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 368

Book Publication Year: 1996

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Book Binding: Paperback

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Country/region of manufacture: Bodmin, Cornwall, United Kingdom

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