Ludwig Wittgenstein

Ludwig Wittgenstein was an Austrian philosopher, born in 1889, whose work has profoundly influenced the fields of logic, language, and the philosophy of mind. Raised in a wealthy family, he initially pursued engineering before discovering a passion for philosophy, which led him to study under Bertrand Russell at Cambridge. Wittgenstein's early work, particularly in his seminal text "Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus," sought to delineate the relationship between language and reality, asserting that the limits of our language mean the limits of our world. His unique perspective often challenged established norms, inviting readers to reflect deeply on the nature of understanding itself. 

Later in his life, Wittgenstein developed a different approach, emphasizing the practical use of language in everyday life, which he elaborated in "Philosophical Investigations." His thoughts on ordinary language and the idea of language games have sparked countless discussions and remain relevant today. Wittgenstein was not just a philosopher; he was a thinker who questioned the very foundations of how we communicate and comprehend the world around us. Dive into his works in this app to discover the intricate tapestry of his ideas and the profound questions he raises about language, meaning, and existence.

Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus

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Ludwig Wittgenstein



Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is the only book-length philosophical work published by the Austrian philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein during h…

Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus (Version 2)

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Ludwig Wittgenstein



The Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is the only book published by Ludwig Wittgenstein. Any summary would frankly do the work an injustice - t…