Famous author - one of two people identified with the Edinburgh strong programme in sociology of scientific knowledge

Gives a more consistently sociological reading of Wittgenstein than any recent book

Study of Wittgenstein on rules and rule-following by (in)famous scholar

Defends a collectivist account of rules, without narrow philosophic focus

Another stellar addition to our paperback line up of Wittgenstein publications AND this is the best time to do so - Wittgenstein remains at the top of the scale as the most read philosopher of this decade. There has been a major renaissance in Wittgenstein's thought not only within the confines of philosophy but markedly in sociology, anthropology, art, cultural studies and literature where the interest continues to increase

Book provides one of the most strongest and prominent sociological readings of Wittgenstein available; Wittgenstein's thought on rules and institutions. Very topical in the light of the current scrutiny (both philosophical and sociological) of the role of institutions in contemporary life

David Bloor is one of the most prominent commentors on Wittgenstein and has contributed tremendously to his reception in sociology and the philosophy of science

Many upper level course in the philosophy of sociology and Wittgenstein where there will be an audience for this book. It will be particularly well received in the social sciences (including anthropology) where this discussion has become essential

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