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The Possibility of Altruism

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Possibility of Altruism
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Thomas Nagel
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenreEthics and moral philosophy
ISBN/Barcode 9780691020020
ClassificationsDewey:171
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 21 March 1979
Publication Country United States

Description

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.

Reviews

"An extremely tough, polished, and altogether stimulating piece of work."--The New York Review of Books