Bertrand Russell - Critical Assessments (Hardcover)

This set offers the reader a way into the secondary literature on Russell. It features a critical commentary on Russell's life and influence, as well as his work on logic, the philosophy of mathematics, metaphysics, epistemology, the history of philosophy, ethics, education, religion and politics. The books feature biographies of Russell by Broad, Gandy, Kreisel and Ayer, detailing the major events of Russell's life and introducing the main themes of his writings. Wood and Blackwell analyze the Russell's philosophical development, as well as recounting the relationship he had with Ludwig Wittgenstein. Chapters by Delany, Feinberg, Kasrils, and Ryan give insight into the controversial issues with which Russell was associated. The first volume One covers Russell's life, work and influence. Volume 2 covers Russell's work on logic and mathematics and the next volume Three covers Russell's work on language, knowledge and the world. The final volume in the set covers his work on history of philosophy, ethics, education, religion and politics.