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Exploring the intersection of language and philosophy, this narrative delves into the lives and ideas of mid-twentieth-century British thinkers like Philippa Foot and Iris Murdoch. Set against the backdrop of war and fascism, these philosophers sought to connect philosophical inquiry with everyday life, emphasizing self-awareness and the significance of language. The book highlights their friendships, rivalries, and real-world experiences as codebreakers and soldiers, showcasing how these influences shaped their groundbreaking contributions to British modernism.
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A Terribly Serious Adventure, Nikhil Krishnan
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2023
- Rilegatura
- (Copertina rigida)
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- Titolo
- A Terribly Serious Adventure
- Sottotitolo
- Philosophy and War at Oxford, 1900-1960
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Nikhil Krishnan
- Pubblicato
- 2023
- Formato
- Copertina rigida
- Pagine
- 400
- ISBN13
- 9780525510604
- Serie
- Categoria
- Valutazione
- 4,05 su 5
- Descrizione
- Exploring the intersection of language and philosophy, this narrative delves into the lives and ideas of mid-twentieth-century British thinkers like Philippa Foot and Iris Murdoch. Set against the backdrop of war and fascism, these philosophers sought to connect philosophical inquiry with everyday life, emphasizing self-awareness and the significance of language. The book highlights their friendships, rivalries, and real-world experiences as codebreakers and soldiers, showcasing how these influences shaped their groundbreaking contributions to British modernism.