First published 1959
Bertrand Russell, one of the 20th century's most influential thinkers, opens a window into his intellectual journey. From his early Hegelian leanings to his groundbreaking embrace of mathematical logic, Russell charts the dramatic shifts that shaped his philosophical outlook. As he delves into his collaborations on Principia Mathematica and his breakthroughs on the nature of perception, we witness a restless mind grappling with the most complex questions of existence. Russell's candid reflections shine a light on the personal motivations and intellectual challenges that drove his philosophical development, offering readers an intimate look at the inner workings of a towering intellect.
Genres: biography, philosophy, 20th-century, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: intellectual-evolution, personal-narrative
Period: 20th Century
208 pages · Paperback · Unwin Books