Thompson, Jon W.
After Virtue (The Macat Library)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912127795
- author:
- Thompson, Jon W.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Macat Library
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 104
- Dimensions:
- 19.81 x 12.9 x 0.56 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Alasdair MacIntyre's After Virtue is a seminal work in modern moral philosophy. In this groundbreaking analysis, MacIntyre critiques the prevailing trends in moral discourse and argues that a rational theory for morality can only be built by returning to Aristotle's philosophical framework. MacIntyre's central argument relies on two critical thinking skills: evaluation and interpretation. He applies incisive evaluation skills to major positions and figures in moral philosophy, assessing their strengths and weaknesses, and uses interpretative skills to clarify meanings and define key terms. This nuanced approach allows MacIntyre to demonstrate the enduring relevance of Aristotle's ideas for understanding moral questions. By examining the work of influential philosophers through a critical lens, MacIntyre provides a compelling case for the importance of Aristotelian philosophy in shaping our understanding of morality.
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