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The Possibility of Altruism - by Thomas Nagel (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Just as there are rational requirements on thought, there are rational requirements on action.
- Author(s): Thomas Nagel
- 160 Pages
- Philosophy, Ethics & Moral Philosophy
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Book Synopsis
Just as there are rational requirements on thought, there are rational requirements on action. This book defends a conception of ethics, and a related conception of human nature, according to which altruism is included among the basic rational requirements on desire and action.
Review Quotes
"An extremely tough, polished, and altogether stimulating piece of work."-- "New York Review of Books"
"Nagel's book is not a criticism of anybody else's book, nor a footnote to anybody else's theory. It is independent and clear, and very original."-- "Times Literary Supplement"
"This is a powerful and challenging work, skilfully organised and presented with economy, clarity, and style."---Bernard Mayo, Philosophical Books
Dimensions (Overall): 8.48 Inches (H) x 5.46 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .43 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 160
Genre: Philosophy
Sub-Genre: Ethics & Moral Philosophy
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Format: Paperback
Author: Thomas Nagel
Language: English
Street Date: March 21, 1979
TCIN: 85184693
UPC: 9780691020020
Item Number (DPCI): 247-63-8982
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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