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Ordinary Vices (Belknap Press),Used
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The Seven Deadly Sins Of Christianity Represent The Abysses Of Character, Whereas Shklar'S 'Ordinary Vices' Cruelty, Hypocrisy, Snobbery, Betrayal, And Misanthropyare Merely Treacherous Shoals, Flawing Our Characters With Meanspiritedness And Inhumanity. Shklar Draws From A Brilliant Array Of Writersmoliere And Dickens On Hypocrisy, Jane Austen On Snobbery, Shakespeare And Montesquieu On Misanthropy, Hawthorne And Nietzsche On Cruelty, Conrad And Faulkner On Betrayalto Reveal The Nature And Effects Of The Vices. She Examines Their Destructive Effects, The Ambiguities Of The Moral Problems They Pose To The Liberal Ethos, And Their Implications For Government And Citizens: Liberalism Is A Difficult And Challenging Doctrine That Demands A Tolerance Of Contradiction, Complexity, And The Risks Of Freedom.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in 'Ordinary Vices'? A: The book explores themes of cruelty, hypocrisy, snobbery, betrayal, and misanthropy as ordinary vices that affect human character and challenge moral perspectives in a liberal society.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Ordinary Vices'? A: The author of 'Ordinary Vices' is Judith N. Shklar, a prominent political theorist.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Ordinary Vices'? A: The book was published on July 1, 1985.
- Q: What is the format of 'Ordinary Vices'? A: This edition of 'Ordinary Vices' is a paperback.
- Q: How many pages does 'Ordinary Vices' contain? A: The book contains 280 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is available in new condition.
- Q: In which category is 'Ordinary Vices' classified? A: The book is classified under the category of Philosophy.
- Q: What kind of writing style can be expected in 'Ordinary Vices'? A: Readers can expect a scholarly yet accessible writing style that draws on a variety of literary sources to discuss philosophical concepts.
- Q: Does 'Ordinary Vices' reference other authors? A: Yes, the book references notable writers such as Moliere, Dickens, Jane Austen, and Shakespeare to illustrate its themes.
- Q: What implications does 'Ordinary Vices' discuss regarding liberalism? A: The book examines the complexities and contradictions of liberalism, emphasizing the need for tolerance and understanding of moral ambiguities.