Metaphysics as a Guide to Morals
Metaphysics as a Guide to Morals by Iris Murdoch, published by National Geographic Books in March 1994, is a thought-provoking exploration of ethical issues arising from the decline of religion and the increasing influence of science. This reprint edition spans 528 pages and is presented in English. Murdoch delves into the complexities of morality, questioning whether it is possible to maintain Christian values in a secular world and how technology impacts our moral framework.
In this work, readers will find a rich dialogue that engages with significant figures in philosophy and literature, including Augustine, Wittgenstein, and Sartre. Murdoch’s unique perspective as a novelist informs her examination of ethics and metaphysics, as she addresses the potential loss of essential human qualities in contemporary society. This book presents a comprehensive inquiry into moral philosophy, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intersections of ethics, metaphysics, and the human experience.
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The decline of religion and ever increasing influence of science pose acute ethical issues for us all. Can we reject the literal truth of the Gospels yet still retain a Christian morality? Can we defend any ‘moral values’ against the constant encroachments of technology? Indeed, are we in danger of losing most of the qualities which make us truly human? Here, drawing on a novelist’s insight into art, literature and abnormal psychology, Iris Murdoch conducts an ongoing debate with major writers, thinkers and theologians—from Augustine to Wittgenstein, Shakespeare to Sartre, Plato to Derrida—to provide fresh and compelling answers to these crucial questions.
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