The Bertrand Russell Society (BRS), an international organization dedicated to the life, thought, and legacy of Bertrand Russell, will hold its annual meeting at the Central Connecticut State University, from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21, 2020. Those interested in presenting a paper at the BRS Annual Meeting should submit the paper title and … Continue reading Call for Papers: 2020 Meeting – Bertrand Russell Society
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Today: 50 years since Russell’s death
50 years ago today, at 97 years of age, Bertrand Arthur William Russell died. The Bertrand Russell Society wishes to take this occasion to mark and celebrate his legacy. Russell was a Nobel Laureate, a peace activist strongly opposed to nuclear armaments and the Vietnam War, and deeply concerned with the plight of humankind. As … Continue reading Today: 50 years since Russell’s death
Centenary of IMP
We missed the anniversary by a month and a few days, but on 4 March 1919, Introduction to Mathematical Philosophy was published (see Russell's letter to Constance Malleson). A free copy of the text in various formats can be found here, thanks to our Vice President, Kevin C. Klement (UMass Amherst). A free audio book … Continue reading Centenary of IMP
2019 Paper Abstracts due April 2nd
Every year, the Bertrand Russell Society has an annual meeting. Any of its members is welcome to present a paper. At annual meetings, we also have a membership meeting and a board meeting to conduct Society business. The next annual meeting will be held at University of Massachusetts–Amherst on 20-22 June 2019. Folks may register … Continue reading 2019 Paper Abstracts due April 2nd
Call for Papers: 2019 Meeting (Amherst, MA)
Our president, Timothy Madigan, has just put out the call for papers for the Bertrand Russell Society's 2019 meeting! The 2019 meeting is locally organized by our vice-president, Kevin C. Klement. The BRS 2019 meeting is also held just after the SSHAP 2019 meeting. Participants are encouraged to attend and present at both meetings! The … Continue reading Call for Papers: 2019 Meeting (Amherst, MA)