Summary
This volume presents the original
German/English edition of Wittgenstein's Philosophical
Investigations - one of the most influential philosophical works of
the twentieth century. The last product of intensive work by
Wittgenstein during the period 1929-49, Philosophical
Investigations explores the concepts of meaning; of understanding;
of propositions; of logic; of states of consciousness; and many
other topics. Wittgenstein subjects the approach of his early work,
the Tractatus, to penetrating criticism and analysis. It is
essential reading for all students of
philosophy.