The Mirror of Information in Early Modern England: John Wilkins and the Universal Character (original) (raw)

The book examines the seventeenth-century project for a 'real character' and philosophical language proposed by John Wilkins, relating it to contemporary discussions about information and technology. It explores how Wilkins' ideas aimed at creating a systematic representational system to enhance knowledge and communication, while also engaging with modern philosophical perspectives on information. The analysis highlights the parallels between historical and current epistemological issues, arguing for a fruitful dialogue between the two contexts.