Focusing on the epistemological issues in Othello, this book employs analytic philosophy, particularly the insights of later Wittgenstein, to delve into the complexities of knowledge and belief depicted in the play. It examines how Shakespeare navigates themes of perception, truth, and understanding, offering a philosophical lens to interpret the characters' struggles and the narrative's unfolding.
Exploring linguistic idealism, the book argues that reality is shaped by language. Gaskin engages with contemporary metaphysics, philosophy of language, philosophical logic, and syntax theory, presenting a comprehensive defense of this thought-provoking thesis. Through a detailed examination of various topics, the work challenges conventional views and invites readers to reconsider the relationship between language and the world.
This book offers a unique interpretation of tragic literature in the Western tradition, deploying the method and style of Analytic philosophy. Richard Gaskin argues that tragic literature seeks to offer moral and linguistic redress (compensation) for suffering.