Moore's Paradox

"Moore's Paradox" is an academic book that explores the complex relationships between language, meaning, and psychological concepts. The author, Ulla Schmid, examines the representationalist view that determines the meaning and grammar of linguistic expressions through their reference. This perspective suggests that the semantic and grammatical properties of linguistic expressions reflect the nature of the objects they refer to. Schmid questions this assumption in the context of Moore's Paradox and argues that investigating the metaphysics of belief does not clarify the meaning of the expression "I believe" or the logic of belief statements. Instead, the book proposes shifting the focus to the role of these expressions in language and their practical use. This critical examination of the meaning of belief expressions offers new insights into the philosophical and linguistic challenges associated with Moore's Paradox.