The Possibility of Altruism by Thomas Nagel

The Possibility of Altruism by Thomas Nagel

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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.

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The Possibility of Altruism by Thomas Nagel

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.
"An extremely tough, polished, and altogether stimulating piece of work"--New York Review of Books "Nagel's book is not a criticism of anybody else's book, nor a footnote to anybody else's theory. It is independent and clear, and very original."--Times Literary Supplement "This is a powerful and challenging work, skilfully organised and presented with economy, clarity, and style."--Bernard Mayo, Philosophical Books
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ISBN 13 9780691020020
ISBN 10 0691020027
Title The Possibility of Altruism
Author Thomas Nagel
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Princeton University Press
Year published 1979-03-21
Number of pages 160
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