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The Possibility of Altruism
Paperback / softback
Main Details
| Title |
The Possibility of Altruism
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Thomas Nagel
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:160 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140 |
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| Category/Genre | Ethics and moral philosophy |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780691020020
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| Classifications | Dewey:171 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | | Tertiary Education (US: College) | |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Princeton University Press
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| Imprint |
Princeton University Press
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| Publication Date |
21 March 1979 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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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
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