The Bloomsbury Companion to the Philosophy of Language (Repost)
Manuel Garcia-Carpintero, "The Bloomsbury Companion to the Philosophy of Language"
English | ISBN: 1472578236 | 2014 | 304 pages | PDF | 3 MB
English | ISBN: 1472578236 | 2014 | 304 pages | PDF | 3 MB
The Bloomsbury Companion to Philosophy of Language presents an introductory guide to understanding the history of the discipline as well contemporary new developments. Beginning with works of Frege, Russell, and Wittgenstein, this valuable resource provides a critical history of the core concepts in the area. From generative syntax and formal semantics to broader philosophical issues such as intentional contexts, theories of meaning, and context dependence, a well-known team of experts offer insightful analysis into some of the fundamental questions asked by the philosophy of language. The result is a comprehensive introduction, featuring a series of research tools, including an A to Z of key terms and concepts, a detailed list of resources and a fully annotated bibliography. For students and scholars looking to better understand the questions and debates informing the subject, The Bloomsbury Companion to the Philosophy of Language is an essential study tool.