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A Terribly Serious Adventure

Philosophy and War at Oxford, 1900-1960

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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

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2023
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Titul
A Terribly Serious Adventure
Podtitul
Philosophy and War at Oxford, 1900-1960
Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydania
2023
Väzba
pevná
Počet strán
400
ISBN13
9780525510604
Série
Hodnotenie
4,05 z 5
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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.