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Concise Encyclopedia Of Philosophy Of Language
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Philosophers Have Had An Interest In Language From The Earliest Times But The Twentieth Century, With Its Socalled 'Linguistic Turn' In Philosophy, Has Seen A Huge Expansion Of Work Focused Specifically On Language And Its Foundations. No Branch Of Philosophy Has Been Unaffected By This Shift Of Emphasis. It Is Timely At The End Of The Century To Review And Assess The Vast Range Of Issues That Have Been Developed And Debated In This Central Area.The Distinguished International Contributors Present A Clear, Accessible Guide To The Fundamental Questions Raised By The Philosophers About Language. Contributions Include Graeme Forbes On Necessity, Susan Haack On Deviant Logics, Paul Horwich On Truth, Charles Travis On Wittgenstein, L.J. Cohen On Linguistic Philosophy, Ruth Kempson On Semantics And Syntax And Christopher Hookway On Ontology, To Name But A Few. A Wide Range Of Topics Are Covered From The Metaphysics And Ontology Of Language, Language And Mind, Truth And Meaning, To Theories Or Reference, Speech Act Theory, Philosophy Of Logic And Formal Semantics. There Are Also Articles On Key Figures From The Twentieth Century And Earlier.Based On The Foundation Provided By The Awardwinning Encyclopedia Of Language And Linguistics This Single Volume Provides A Collection Of Articles That Will Be An Invaluable Reference Tool For All Those Interested In The Area Of Philosophy Of Language, And Also To Those In Cognitive Science And Psychology. All The Articles Have Been Thoroughly Revised And Updated. This Volume Gives A Unique Survey Of Topics That Are At The Very Core Of Contemporary Philosophy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the 'Concise Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Language'? A: The encyclopedia focuses on exploring the fundamental questions raised by philosophers about language, covering topics such as metaphysics, ontology of language, truth, meaning, and theories of reference.
- Q: Who are some of the contributors to this encyclopedia? A: Notable contributors include Graeme Forbes, Susan Haack, Paul Horwich, Charles Travis, L.J. Cohen, Ruth Kempson, and Christopher Hookway, each addressing various aspects of the philosophy of language.
- Q: What is the publication date of the encyclopedia? A: The 'Concise Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Language' was published on December 31, 1997.
- Q: How many pages does this encyclopedia have? A: The encyclopedia contains a total of 616 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This encyclopedia is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Is this encyclopedia suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, the contributions are designed to be clear and accessible, making it suitable for both beginners and those with a background in philosophy.
- Q: Does this encyclopedia cover contemporary topics in philosophy? A: Yes, it provides a unique survey of contemporary topics in the philosophy of language, reflecting developments up to the late twentieth century.
- Q: What is the item condition of this encyclopedia? A: The item is brand new, ensuring that all pages and content are in pristine condition.
- Q: What edition of the encyclopedia is available? A: This is the first edition of the 'Concise Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Language'.
- Q: Can this encyclopedia be useful for those in cognitive science and psychology? A: Absolutely, it serves as a valuable reference tool for individuals in cognitive science and psychology, highlighting the intersection of these fields with the philosophy of language.