A book examining and critically evaluating Ludwig Wittgenstein's views on meaning, understanding, and rules Wittgenstein on Meaning, ASM Volume 1, offers an in-depth interpretation of Wittgenstein's views regarding meaning, understanding and rules. Then, based upon this interpretation, the book shares a critical assessment of these views. The positions of the philosopher are discussed and evaluated, including his emphasis on rule-following behavior. The volume is part of the Aristotelian Society Series.

Colin McGinn was educated at Oxford University. The author of sixteen previous books, including The Making of a Philosopher, he has written for the London Review of Books, The New Republic, the New York Times Book Review, and other publications. He has taught philosophy at University College of London, Oxford, and Rutgers University, and is a distinguished professor of philosophy at the University of Miami.