
James Klagge on Wittgenstein
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Wittgenstein's War Experiences and Philosophy
The chapter explores how Wittgenstein's experiences during World War I, particularly as an artillery spotter, influenced the philosophical themes in his work. It discusses his shift from 'saying' to 'showing' in the Tractatus and the contrast between his views on ethics and religion with those of the Vienna Circle. Additionally, it covers the reception of the Tractatus by both the UK and American philosophers.
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