A History of Philosophy in the Twentieth Century

The book explores the profound impact of 20th-century events on key philosophers, revealing how their ideas were shaped by historical contexts. It highlights figures like Wittgenstein, whose "Tractatus" emerged from the trenches of World War I, and Heidegger, whose political affiliations complicated his legacy. The narrative includes Bertrand Russell's shift from mathematics to moral philosophy, Sartre's activism, and the diverse influences of the Vienna Circle and Frankfurt School. Understanding their philosophies requires recognizing the tumultuous backdrop of their times.