Thought, Reference, and Experience

Themes from the Philosophy of Gareth Evans
ISBN13: 9780199248964ISBN10: 0199248966 Hardback, 240 pages
Aug 2005,  In Stock

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Description

Gareth Evans (1946-1980) was arguably the finest philosopher of his generation; he died tragically young, but the work he completed has had a seismic impact on the philosophies of language and mind. In this volume an outstanding international team of contributors offer illuminating perspectives on Evans's groundbreaking work, paying tribute to his achievements and leading his ideas in new directions.

Contributors

Jose Luis Bermudez, John Campbell, Quassim Cassam, E. J. Lowe, John McDowell, Christopher Peacocke, Ian Rumfitt, Ken Safir, Mark Sainsbury

Features

  • Celebrates and extends the work of a brilliant 20th-century philosopher
  • Dazzling line-up of international contributors
  • Includes an essay by Evans's closest collaborator, John McDowell
  • All essays specially written for this volume

Product Details

240 pages; 1 line illus.; ISBN13: 978-0-19-924896-4ISBN10: 0-19-924896-6

About the Author(s)

Edited by José Luis Bermúdez, Professor of Philosophy, Washington University in St Louis

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