Overview

Clearly and engagingly written, this volume is vital reading for students of philosophy and sociology, and anyone interested in Wittgenstein's later thought.

Author and Content

David Bloor provides a challenging and informative evaluation of Wittgenstein's account of rules and rule-following.

Perspective

Arguing for a collectivist reading, Bloor offers the first consistent sociological interpretation of Wittgenstein's work for many years.