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Ethics and the Limits of Philosophy,New
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Bernard Williams is an eloquent member of that small but important group of distinguished thinkers who are trying to erase the borders between the experts and all of us who grapple with moral issues in our own lives. In this book he delivers a sustained indictment of systematic moral theory from Kant onward and offers a persuasive alternative.Kants ideas involved a view of the self we can no longer accept. Modern theories such as utilitarianism and contractualism usually offer criteria that lie outside the self altogether, and this, together with an emphasis on system, has weakened ethical thought. Why should a set of ideas have any special authority over our sentiments just because it has the structure of a theory? How could abstract theory help the individual answer the Socratic question How should I live?Williamss goal is nothing less than to reorient ethics toward the individual. He accuses modern moral philosophers of retreating to system and deserting individuals in their current social context. He believes that the ethical work of Plato and Aristotle is nearer to the truth of what ethical life is, but at the same time recognizes that the modern world makes unparalleled demands on ethical thought. He deals with the most thorny questions in contemporary philosophy and offers new ideas about issues such as relativism, objectivity, and the possibility of ethical knowledge. Williams has written an imaginative, ingenious book that calls for philosophers to transcend their selfimposed limits and to give full attention to the complexities of the ethical life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Ethics and the Limits of Philosophy' about? A: This book by Bernard Williams critiques systematic moral theories from Kant onward, advocating for a more individual-focused approach to ethics.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Ethics and the Limits of Philosophy' is Bernard Williams, a prominent philosopher known for his contributions to ethical thought.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this book? A: Key themes include the critique of modern moral philosophy, the importance of individual context in ethics, and the exploration of relativism and objectivity.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 244 pages.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: The item condition is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Ethics and the Limits of Philosophy' published? A: This book was published on March 1, 1986.
- Q: What is the significance of the book's critique of Kant? A: Williams argues that Kant's view of the self is outdated and that modern ethical theories often overlook the individual's moral context.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding contemporary ethical dilemmas? A: Yes, it addresses thorny questions in contemporary philosophy and offers insights on ethical knowledge and individual moral experience.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: While it addresses complex themes, it may be suitable for readers with some background in ethics, as it challenges conventional philosophical systems.