Course for international guest/part time students
- Faculty
- Faculty of Humanities
- Organization
- BTK Institute of Philosophy
- Code
- BMI-LOTD-412E.08
- Title
- Theory of meaning, philosophy of language II: Truth as Paradox
- Usual semester
- Spring
- ECTS
- 4
- Language
- en
- Learning outcomes
- To increase knowledge of the technique of using paradoxes in writing.
- Course content
- Paradox can be seen as ''truth standing on its head to get attention.'' This provocative quote has been coined and embodied by the early 20th century prolific writer G. K. Chesterton. Chesterton had the rare ability to find a way to express several of his claims and beliefs using paradoxical statements and ideas. Consequently, he became know as ''the prince of paradox''. In this course, we will discover, critically analyse and collect some of the paradoxes found in his writings.
- Assessment method
- Attendance and Final Exam Essay Writing
- Bibliography
- 1. Common Sense 101: Lessons from G.K. Chesterton by Dale Anlquist; 2. G. K. Chesterton: Essential Writings by G.K Chesterton, Complier: William Griffin; 3. The Complete Thinker: The Marvelous Mind of G.K. Chesterton by Dale Ahlquist