Paul Strohm
Conscience: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199569694
- author:
- Paul Strohm
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 152
- Dimensions:
- 11.1 x 0.8 x 17 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Conscience: A Very Short Introduction by Paul Strohm explores the concept's deep historical roots and its enduring significance in contemporary thought. From ancient Rome to modern politics, Strohm examines how conscience has shaped our understanding of right and wrong. The author draws on examples from popular culture and the work of influential thinkers such as Nietzsche, Freud, and Aquinas to illustrate the complex and multifaceted nature of conscience. This concise introduction provides a nuanced understanding of this crucial concept in Western philosophy. Suitable for those interested in philosophy, ethics, or politics, Conscience: A Very Short Introduction offers a thought-provoking exploration of a fundamental human principle.