Happiness and Goodness: Philosophical Reflections on Living by Steven M. Cahn,Christine Vitrano,Robert Talisse

By Steven M. Cahn,Christine Vitrano,Robert Talisse

How should still we overview the good fortune of every person's existence? Countering the favourite philosophical point of view at the topic, Steven M. Cahn and Christine Vitrano shield the view that our health and wellbeing depends now not on specific actions, accomplishments, or awards yet on discovering own delight whereas treating others with due concern.

The authors recommend that ethical habit isn't precious for happiness and doesn't determine it. but in addition they argue that morality and happiness are wanted for residing good, and jointly suffice to accomplish that objective. Cahn and Vitrano hyperlink their place to components inside either the Hellenistic and Hebraic traditions, specifically the perspectives of Epicurus and classes present in the e-book of Ecclesiastes. Written in an available variety and illustrated with incisive vignettes drawn from heritage, literature, movies, and daily life, Happiness and Goodness is a compelling paintings of philosophy for an individual who seeks to appreciate the character of a very good life.

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