Ethics, Faith, and Reason"In this book, the author revives the ancient moral ideas of virtue, happiness, and pride rather than analyzing such concepts as moreal right and wrong, moral obligation, and so on." From back cover. |
Contents
PART THREE DUTY vs ASPIRATION | 11 |
The Story of the Suekils | 12 |
Chapter 4 | 19 |
Copyright | |
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