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MindMatters: R.G. Collingwood - The Forgotten Philosopher

MindMatters: R.G. Collingwood - The Forgotten Philosopher

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February 12, 20221h 24m

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Primarily known for his philosophy of history, British philosopher R.G. Collingwood's life was cut short in 1943 at the age of 53. As Ray Monk puts it, his replacement by Gilbert Ryle "changed the course of philosophy forever," and not in a good way. Collingwood's clear, expansive, and incisive style was replaced by the ratiocentric style of the analytic philosophers. But despite his lack of popularity today, Collingwood's works remain a source of profound insight and clear thought. From...