About
Gertrude Elizabeth Margaret Anscombe, often referred to as G. E. M. Anscombe or Elizabeth Anscombe, was a highly influential British analytic philosopher. She made significant contributions to various areas of philosophy, including philosophy of mind, philosophy of action, philosophical logic, philosophy of language, and ethics. Anscombe was a prominent figure of analytical Thomism. She held prestigious academic positions, including a fellowship at Somerville College, Oxford, and a professorship of philosophy at the University of Cambridge.
Career Timeline
Oxford Fellowship
Awarded research fellowship at Somerville College
*Intention* Publication
Her book *Intention* is published, marking a seminal text in the philosophy of action.
Professor at Cambridge
Becomes Professor of Philosophy at Cambridge.
Philosophical Papers Published
A collection of her writings enhance her standing.
Death in Cambridge
Anscombe dies at 81.
Lasting Philosophical Influence
Anscombe's work continues to be studied and debated in philosophy, leaving a significant intellectual mark.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026