Título: The Moral Philosopher and the Moral Life
Autor: William James
Sinopse: The Moral Philosopher and the Moral Life is a philosophical work by William James, one of the most influential American philosophers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book explores the relationship between morality and philosophy, arguing that the two are inextricably linked and that a true understanding of morality requires a deep engagement with philosophical ideas.James begins by examining the nature of morality itself, exploring different theories about its origins and meaning. He goes on to discuss the role of the moral philosopher in society, arguing that it is the philosopher's duty to help people understand the moral implications of their actions and to guide them towards a more ethical way of life.Throughout the book, James draws on a wide range of philosophical and literary sources, from Aristotle to Nietzsche, to illustrate his arguments and provide a broader context for his ideas. He also discusses the importance of religion in shaping moral values, and the role of individual conscience in guiding ethical decision-making.The Moral Philosopher and the Moral Life is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers a fresh perspective on the relationship between philosophy and morality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ethics, philosophy, or the nature of human morality.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 William James, publicado pela editora Kessinger Publishing, LLC, em 2005 e com 48 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, LLC
Páginas: 48
Ano: 2005
Edição:
Linguagem: pt_BR
ISBN: 9781425463847
ISBN13: 9781425463847
Sobre a editora
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