Autobiography (Routledge Classics) 1st Edition by Bertrand Russell (PDF)

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Bertrand Russell remains one of the greatest philosophers and most complex and controversial figures of the twentieth century. Here, in this frank, humorous and decidedly charming autobiography, Russell offers readers the story of his life – introducing the people, events and influences that shaped the man he was to become. Originally published in three volumes in the late 1960s, Autobiography by Bertrand Russell is a revealing recollection of a truly extraordinary life written with the vivid freshness and clarity that has made Bertrand Russell’s writings so distinctively his own.

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⭐Russell lived a long and fruitful life, and for most of it he had been a very controversial figure. You shouldn’t read Russell just to agree or to disagree with him; you should read him to know what he has to say about a topic. The great historian Arnold Toynbee compared him to Plato’s philosopher who is responsible for descending back to the cave to enlighten those that have not seen the light. One of Russell’s most important characteristics is that he was a great writer, and this truly shows in his autobiography. Reading this book, one is inclined to ask himself over and over again “what have I done so far?” It’s probably not fair to try to compare yourself to Russell because the only thing that would lead to is insanity. However, this book is a window to one of the greatest minds of recent times and everyone should come and take a peak.

⭐I am enjoying every word of this outstanding memoir. Some readers complain about the long and seemingly irrelevant letters, but if you do not rush, they open up to you such an authentic, fresh and unaltered view of those times, events and people, and their private lives you can hardly get from anywhere else. I think those letters complement the text in a unique way.After reading W. Churchills’ memoir this book seems to be rather laconic.

⭐A brilliant philosopher tells his story of life in perhaps best English autographies of philosphers

⭐Such a great book. Amazing writing and mind opening book.

⭐Very good.

⭐Before I’ve ordered this gorgeous book I had thought it can be some letters inside. I just don’t think such way anymore.Bad news for mathematicians — there is no mathematics, good news for linguists — some letters of Wittgenstein and Einstein are in German, letters of French mathematician Jean Nicod in original — all translated into beautiful English, and index has special note for letter’s part.There is a chapter Principia Mathematica, but no chapter History of Western Philosophy; there are the chapters First Marriage and Second Marriage, but no Third Marriage and Fourth Marriage… However, my favourite chapters are especially good: Russia (travelling 1920) and China (travelling 1920). No synchronic table (what was done when). We all still have Wikipedia, hmm:)No grumbling about content, the whole life from soup to nuts is before us by the eyes of author, and the author is one of few men understanding Mathematical Philosophy (!!!), so if you were interested in this book before, you will not loose your interest after.On the condition that you have your favourite chair (of course, you have!), your favourite drink (…think better!), and simple in use touch-screen calculator, divide the total sum of pages on your usual quantity of pages per hour, and voilà, you have guaranteed time of pleasure!

⭐I bought the paper version of this book many years ago. When I read the first chapter of this digital version, it brings back chills like those I felt many years ago. It never stops warms my heart with joy. I highly recommend it.

⭐This is an extremely thorough – and long – self-portrait. At the end of each chapter there are many letters – my advice is to ignore these at first reading then only dip into the ones that interest you. Id have prefered the letters all to be at the end of the book.: on a kindle it is a little frustrating to skim them or else retun to the contents page in order to get to the next chapter.The substance of the book is mostly gripping [althought I got bored with a few episodes] and give an excellent insight into the development of his unilateral disarmament position. Most of all, though, I was pleased with the unfolding of his personal development and his honesty in discussing his weaknesses and frailities

⭐Printed by Amazon. Awful. Not genuine.

⭐classical – maybe the best autobiography ever

⭐Heavy going but enjoyable.

⭐J’ai acheté ce livre en anglais parce que j’ai trouvé que la traduction en français chez Les Belles Lettres n’était pas top, mais aussi parce que rien ne vaut de lire le beau style de Russell en anglais. J’en suis déjà à la moitié et c’est franchement du pur plaisir.Le livre est divisé en trois parties : 1872-1914, 1914-1944 puis 1944-1967. Les trois parties sont précédées d’une introduction par Michael Foot (courte, heureusement ^^), et suivies d’un Postscript de deux feuilles écrit par Russell lui-même.Je recommande ce livre non seulement à ceux qui connaissent déjà l’oeuvre technique de Russell (écrits de logique mathématique surtout) et qui souhaiteraient s’informer sur l’évolution historique de sa pensée (conjuguée à sa vie) mais aussi à ceux qui s’intéressent simplement à la vie d’un génie, à ses correspondances d’avec ses collègues et des membres de sa famille. Chaque chapitre termine sur une série de lettres que Russell a reçues ou envoyées pendant la période que couvre le chapitre. A noter que Russell a publié toute une série d’autres articles destinées au grand public dans lesquels il s’interroge sur une quantité de sujets d’intérêt général comme l’enseignement des mathématiques, la morale, etc.Que dire d’autre, si ce n’est qu’en ces temps où la philosophie universitaire (ou la philosophie telle qu’elle est pratiquée à l’université) peine à gagner les coeurs de qui s’y trouve par soif de savoir et non par envie de compétition égotique, il est urgent de se familiariser avec la vie d’hommes comme Bertrand Russell, en ce qu’elle peut avoir de singulier, d’intellectuellement honnête, voire même de beau et d’humainement noble. En effet, la personne et l’oeuvre de Russell ont ceci de sublime qu’elles conjuguent finesse esthétique et rigueur conceptuelle.Bonne lecture !

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