The history of 20th century philosophy is still being written.
These pages explore the contribution of a remarkable group of philosophers who met as young women at Oxford University during World War II.
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The narrowness of Hare and Ayer: ‘We got quite indignant about that!’
by Rachael Wiseman | Jul 4, 2017 | Library, Video | 0
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‘Four of us don’t make a Golden Age’
by Rachael Wiseman | Jul 4, 2017 | Library, Video | 0
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‘He did marry her, and I don’t think she did any philosophy after’
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 30, 2017 | Library, Video | 0
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Interview with Mary Warnock
by Rachael Wiseman | Jan 20, 2016 | Library, Video | 0
Royal Institute of Philosophy Centenary Celebration Lecture Series
We’re excited to be part of the Royal Institute of Philosophy Centenary Celebration of the...
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Meeting Mary Warnock in the House of Lords
by Rachael Wiseman | Nov 17, 2015 | Talks & Writings, Writing, Talks, Library, Audio, Writings, News | 0
Notes on Mary Midgley: Style and Substance, Ian Ground (10/11/18)
At the Midgley Archive Launch we heard a series of wonderful talks from distinguished guests....
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Geoff and Mary Midgley – Two Kinds of Philosopher. David Midgley (10/11/2018)
by Rachael Wiseman | Nov 23, 2018 | Writing, Writings, News | 0
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‘Rings and Books’ by Mary Midgley
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 19, 2017 | Writing, Library | 0
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Philippa Foot ‘Sir’ letter
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 19, 2017 | Writing, Library | 0
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Then and Now
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 19, 2017 | Writing, Library | 0
Iris Murdoch lifeline
We’ve done our best to make sure this lifeline is accurate and complete. Please let us know if you spot any errors or omissions. Jean Iris Murdoch (1919-1999) 1919 (15 July) Born in Phibsborough, Ireland, to...
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Philippa Foot lifeline
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 3, 2017 | Library, Lifelines | 0
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Mary Midgley lifeline
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 3, 2017 | Library, Lifelines | 0
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Elizabeth Anscombe lifeline
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 3, 2017 | Library, Lifelines | 0
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Rachael Wiseman & Jane Heal discuss Anscombe for the BA Great Thinkers Podcast series
Jane Heal FBA and Dr Rachael Wiseman discuss highlights of Anscombe’s exceptional life,...
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Clare at the Royal Institute of Philosophy
by Rachael Wiseman | Mar 24, 2019 | Talks & Writings, Talks, News | 0
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Rachael at the Royal Institute of Philosophy
by Rachael Wiseman | Mar 1, 2019 | Talks & Writings, Talks, News | 0
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BBC3 Free Thinking and In Parenthesis
by claremaccool | Oct 17, 2018 | Talks, Writings, News | 0
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Royal Institute of Philosophy Centenary Celebration Lecture Series
by Rachael Wiseman | Oct 15, 2018 | Talks & Writings, Talks, Library, Audio, News | 0
Of Beasts and Men: Reflections on Nature Writing Workshops
This is a guest blog post by associate researcher, and Biscuit Tin philosopher, Mara-Daria...
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Women philosophers and the politics of the everyday, yesterday and today
by Rachael Wiseman | Sep 10, 2020 | Talks & Writings, Writings, News | 0
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Intern Diary 4: One Picture, Many Thoughts
by Rachael Wiseman | Aug 4, 2020 | Talks & Writings, Writings, Student resources, News | 0
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Intern Diary 3: Working in Isolation
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 30, 2020 | Talks & Writings, Writings, Student resources, News | 0
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Intern Diary 2: Exploring Murdoch’s Moral Vision
by Rachael Wiseman | Jun 9, 2020 | Talks & Writings, Writings, Student resources, News | 0
