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Robert Vinten

Wittgenstein and the Social Sciences: Action, Ideology and Justice

Wittgenstein and the Social Sciences: Action, Ideology and Justice

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Robert Vinten examines the relationship between Wittgenstein's philosophy and the social sciences, arguing that they are properly called 'sciences' and considering how Wittgenstein can be claimed by conservatives, liberals, or socialists. He critically assesses the work of Perry Anderson, Terry Eagleton, Richard Rorty, and Chantal Mouffe in the light of Wittgenstein's philosophical oeuvre.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 236 pages
\n Publication date: 08 June 2021
\n Publisher: Anthem Press
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In Wittgenstein and the Social Sciences, Robert Vinten delves into the intricate interplay between Wittgenstein's philosophy and the social sciences. He challenges the conventional notion that social sciences differ significantly from the natural sciences and argues that they deserve to be recognized as legitimate sciences in their own right. The book explores in depth the question of whether Wittgenstein can be claimed as a philosophical ally by conservatives, liberals, or socialists. It examines Wittgenstein's philosophical insights and remarks on politics and culture to determine his position within various ideological frameworks.

In the final chapter, Vinten examines how Wittgenstein's philosophy can be applied to address and dissolve problems within the social sciences. He critically evaluates the works of prominent scholars such as Perry Anderson, Terry Eagleton, Richard Rorty, and Chantal Mouffe in the context of Wittgenstein's philosophical oeuvre. The book offers a compelling examination of how Wittgenstein's ideas remain as relevant and influential in shaping our understanding of cultural and political dynamics.

Through his meticulous analysis and thoughtful engagement with the works of these scholars, Vinten provides a valuable contribution to the ongoing dialogue between philosophy and the social sciences. Wittgenstein and the Social Sciences offers readers a fresh perspective on the enduring relevance of Wittgenstein's ideas and their potential to inform our contemporary understanding of society and politics.

\n Weight: 366g\n
Dimension: 151 x 228 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781839981746\n \n

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