J. L. Austin
Philosopher

J. L. Austin Net Worth

J.L. Austin was an English philosopher born on March 26, 1911. He is best known for developing the theory of speech acts, which focused on the use of language beyond statements, assertions, and propositions. His work has had a lasting impact on the field of linguistics and philosophy.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day March 26, 1911
Birth Place England
Age 109 YEARS OLD
Died On Feb 8, 1960 (age 48)
Birth Sign Aries

💰 Net worth: $1 billion (2024)

About

Developer of the theory of speech acts, which had previously been focused on statements, assertions, and propositions.

Before Fame

He attended Shrewsbury School and Balliol College, Oxford, with classical scholarships at both institutions.

Trivia

His famous published works included How to Do Things with Words, which led to his friendship with Noam Chomsky.

Family Life

He married Jean Courts Austin in 1941.

Associated With

He and Ludwig Wittgenstein were two of the most influential figures in post-World War II Anglo-American linguistic philosophy.

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