Soser and Wittgenstein philosophy of language and word game

Professor of philosophy of language and sciences Roy Harris in his deep and beautiful book presents a precise comparison supported by examples and careful critical analysis between the two most influential figures on contemporary Western thought, Ferdinand de Saussure and Ludwig Wittgenstein. These two scholars stand behind the most important theories and debates in the fields of humanities, natural sciences, and even mathematics. The so-called "linguistic turn" in Western thought began based on their linguistic ideas and expanded to form what is known as structuralism and post-structuralism, along with its counterpart, postmodernism. And because this turn is now subject to extensive critical reviews that cannot be followed without delving into its origins and issues, Saussure and Wittgenstein deserve special attention. Harris chose the comparative method to explore what they share in terms of fundamental assumptions and the problematic areas indicated by their philosophical and linguistic thought in this vital and influential field. This book provides the reader with an engaging and solid introduction to thinkers whose work has been characterized by difficulty and exceptional importance.