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Radical Evil: A Philosophical Interrogation,Used
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At present, there is an enormous gulf between the visibility of evil and the paucity of our intellectual resources for coming to grips with it. We have been flooded with images of death camps, terrorist attacks and horrendous human suffering. Yet when we ask what we mean by radical evil and how we are to account for it, we seem to be at a loss for proper responses.Bernstein seeks to discover what we can learn about the meaning of evil and human responsibility. He turns to philosophers such as Kant, who coined the expression 'radical evil', as well as to Hegel and Schelling. He also examines more recent explorations of evil, namely the thinking of Freud and Nietzsche on the moral psychology of evil. Finally, he looks at the way in which three postHolocaust thinkers Emmanuel Levinas, Hans Jonas, and Hannah Arendt have sought to come to grips with evil 'after Auschwitz.'Bernstein's primary concern throughout this challenging book is to enrich and deepen our understanding of evil in the contemporary world, and to emphasize the vigilance and personal responsibility required for combating it.Radical Evil will be essential reading for students and scholars of philosophy, social and political theory, and religious studies.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Radical Evil: A Philosophical Interrogation'? A: The main theme of 'Radical Evil' is to explore the concept of radical evil and our understanding of it, particularly in the context of human responsibility and moral psychology.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Radical Evil' is Richard J. Bernstein, a noted philosopher.
- Q: What philosophical figures are discussed in this book? A: The book discusses philosophers such as Kant, Hegel, Schelling, Freud, and Nietzsche, among others.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format and contains 304 pages.
- Q: When was 'Radical Evil' published? A: The book was published on August 2, 2002.
- Q: What subjects does this book cover? A: The book covers subjects in philosophy, social and political theory, and religious studies.
- Q: Is 'Radical Evil' suitable for students? A: Yes, it is essential reading for students and scholars interested in philosophy and related fields.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.
- Q: What insights does Bernstein provide about evil? A: Bernstein provides insights into the meaning of evil and the personal responsibility necessary to combat it, drawing from various thinkers and historical contexts.