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Unselfishness: The Role of the Vicarious Affects in Moral Philosophy and Social Theory
Nicholas Rescher
Rescher criticizes the stance that rationality conflicts with morality, and defends the concept that the worth of altruism is irreducible and that its rationalization does not require recourse to prudential self-interest. To support his position, Rescher provides detailed examples, and a critique of utilitarian morality.
138 pages
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | October 15, 1995 |
| ISBN13 | 9780822984535 |
| Publishers | University of Pittsburgh Press |
| Pages | 138 |
| Dimensions | 150 × 230 × 15 mm · 204 g |
| Language | English |
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