Martha C. Nussbaum
Anger and Forgiveness: Resentment, Generosity, and Justice
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199335879
- author:
- Martha C. Nussbaum
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- OUP USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 23.9 x 3.3 x 16.5 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Self Help, , Martha C. Nussbaum,Anger and Forgiveness: Resentment, Generosity, and Justice,OUP USA,0199335877,Philosophy,Anger,Forgiveness,Ethics (General),Ethics & moral philosophy,Personal Growth - Happiness,Philosophy /
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- New
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Description
Anger and Forgiveness: Resentment, Generosity, Justice by Martha C. Nussbaum In this thought-provoking exploration, philosopher Martha C. Nussbaum challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding forgiveness and anger. She argues that while forgiveness is often seen as a virtue, it can also be a complex and problematic emotion. Nussbaum examines the nature of anger, revealing its underlying flaws and limitations. She contends that our cultural emphasis on forgiveness has led to a misunderstanding of what anger truly represents. By stripping away the notion of forgiveness to its core, Nussbaum sheds light on the intricate relationships between humans and their moral obligations. A nuanced exploration of the human condition, Anger and Forgiveness is a worthwhile read for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of morality and ethics.