Título: The Moral Philosopher and the Moral Life
Autor: Dr William James
Sinopse: The Moral Philosopher And The Moral Life is a book written by the renowned American philosopher and psychologist, William James. In this book, James explores the relationship between morality and philosophy, and how they impact our daily lives. He argues that morality is not just a set of rules to be followed, but rather a way of life that requires constant reflection and self-examination.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the role of the moral philosopher in society. James argues that philosophers have a unique responsibility to engage with moral questions and to help people navigate the complexities of ethical decision-making. He also discusses the limitations of traditional ethical systems and proposes a more pragmatic approach to morality.The second part of the book delves into the moral life itself. James explores the nature of moral character, the importance of moral education, and the role of religion in shaping our moral beliefs. He also discusses the challenges of living a moral life in a world that often seems indifferent or hostile to ethical values.Throughout the book, James draws on a wide range of sources, including philosophy, psychology, literature, and religion. His writing is clear and accessible, making complex ideas easy to understand. The Moral Philosopher And The Moral Life is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the nature of morality and its place in our lives.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Will to Believe and Other Essays in Popular Philosophy, by William James. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766174417.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Contexto da obra
Quando a classificação é mais ampla, o contexto do livro costuma depender ainda mais de autoria, tema e edição. “The Moral Philosopher and the Moral Life”, de Dr William James, publicado pela editora Kessinger Publishing, em 2010 e com 40 páginas, integra a categoria Livros Variados. Por isso, autoria, edição e tema acabam tendo ainda mais peso na forma de apresentar o livro.
Editora: Kessinger Publishing
Páginas: 40
Ano: 2010
Edição:
Linguagem: pt_BR
ISBN: 9781169197459
ISBN13: 9781169197459
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