Emrys Westacott
The Virtues of Our Vices
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691162218
- author:
- Emrys Westacott
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 306
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 2 x 21.6 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Philosophy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Virtues of Our Vices: A Modest Defense of Gossip, Rudeness, and Other Bad Habits by Emrys Westacott In this thought-provoking exploration of everyday ethics, philosopher Emrys Westacott challenges conventional wisdom about the nature of good behavior. He argues that some of our most common vices often have hidden virtues or serve valuable purposes. From rudeness to gossip, snobbery and tasteless humor, Westacott makes a compelling case for rethinking our moral assumptions. He suggests that these behaviors can sometimes be necessary to convey an important message or foster intimacy between friends. By examining the complexities of everyday morality, Westacott offers a fresh perspective on how we should approach issues like power dynamics, relationships and personal expression. Engaging and philosophically sophisticated, The Virtues of Our Vices is a challenging and thought-provoking read that will encourage you to think differently about your own moral behavior.
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