Admission requirements
Basic knowledge of Logic, Metaphysics, Epistemology and Philosophy of Science is required.
Description
Wittgenstein’s Tractatus is one of the most influential philosophical works in the 20th century. Its overall structure and general doctrine are relatively easy to grasp, but its details can be frustratingly difficult. The course aims at a thorough, and reasonably close reading of the work, tracing its background in “the great works of Frege and the writings of … Betrand Russell”, as well as in Schopenhauer, Tolstoy and Hertz. Reading, and sometimes other, assignments are given each week.
Method of instruction
Seminar
Examination
The examination will be by means of a substantial take home task.
Required reading
To be announced
Timetable
See Rooster BA Wijsbegeerte 2010-2011
Registration
Please register for this course on uTwist. See registration procedure
Exchange and Study Abroad students, please see the Study in Leiden website for information on how to apply.
Aanmelden voor Contractonderwijs via: e.klumper@phil.leidenuniv.nl
Contact information
Prof.dr. B.G. Sundholm: b.g.sundholm@phil.leidenuniv.nl
Remarks
Specialisation: Theoretical philosophy