Language, Truth and Logic

Language, Truth and Logic is a seminal work by the British philosopher A.J. Ayer, first published in 1936. In this groundbreaking text, Ayer introduces the principles of logical positivism to the English-speaking world, advocating for a philosophy grounded in empirical verification and the logical analysis of language.

Ayer argues that meaningful statements must either be empirically verifiable or tautological (true by definition). This verification principle leads him to dismiss metaphysical, theological, and ethical claims as nonsensical because they cannot be tested through observation or logical deduction. He also explores the role of language in expressing scientific truths and the limits of what can be meaningfully said about the world.

Language, Truth and Logic had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophy, shaping debates in analytic philosophy and influencing fields such as linguistics and epistemology. Ayer’s clear and concise prose makes complex ideas accessible, and the book remains an essential read for anyone interested in the philosophy of language, science, and the nature of meaningful discourse.

Product Details:

• ISBN: 0486200108
• EAN: 9780486200101
• Publisher: Dover Publications
  
• Binding: Paperback
• Copyright Date: 1952
• Pub Date: June 01, 1952
• Physical Info: 0.91 cms H x 20.12 cms L x 13.59 cms W (0.18 kgs), 160 pages