The Life Of Bertrand Russell
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A sweeping and authoritative biography, this work chronicles the extraordinary life of Bertrand Russell — one of the twentieth century's most brilliant and controversial minds. Ronald W. Clark presents a richly detailed portrait of the philosopher, mathematician, and social activist, tracing his journey from a privileged Victorian childhood through his groundbreaking contributions to logic and analytic philosophy. The narrative uncovers the full complexity of Russell's character: his passionate pacifism, his turbulent personal relationships, his Nobel Prize in Literature, and his lifelong commitment to political causes that frequently landed him at odds with governments on both sides of the Atlantic. Drawing on extensive archival research and personal correspondence, Clark illustrates how Russell's restless intellect and moral courage made him one of the defining public intellectuals of the modern age.
Author: Ronald W. Clark
Format: Hardback
Published: 1976, Alfred A. Knopf
Genre: Biography
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears but some chipping. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact hardcover.
A sweeping and authoritative biography, this work chronicles the extraordinary life of Bertrand Russell — one of the twentieth century's most brilliant and controversial minds. Ronald W. Clark presents a richly detailed portrait of the philosopher, mathematician, and social activist, tracing his journey from a privileged Victorian childhood through his groundbreaking contributions to logic and analytic philosophy. The narrative uncovers the full complexity of Russell's character: his passionate pacifism, his turbulent personal relationships, his Nobel Prize in Literature, and his lifelong commitment to political causes that frequently landed him at odds with governments on both sides of the Atlantic. Drawing on extensive archival research and personal correspondence, Clark illustrates how Russell's restless intellect and moral courage made him one of the defining public intellectuals of the modern age.