J. L. Austin
J. L. Austin was a prominent British philosopher of language and a key figure in the development of speech act theory. Born in 1911, he became well-known for his lectures at Oxford University, particularly for his work on how language functions in various contexts. His influential book, 'How to Do Things with Words,' introduced the idea that utterances can perform actions rather than merely convey information. Austin's ideas have had a significant impact on linguistics, philosophy, and the social sciences, emphasizing the performative nature of language and its role in shaping human interactions.
Born on Mar 26, 1911 (114 years old)
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