In this work, originally published in 1986, Victor Seidler explores the different notions of respect, equality and dependency in Kanta (TM)s moral writings. He illuminates central tensions and contradictions not only within Kanta (TM)s moral philosophy, but within the thinking and feeling about human dignity and social inequality which we take very much for granted within a liberal moral culture.
In challenging our assumption of the autonomy of morality, Seidler also questions our understanding of what it means for someone to live as a person in his or her own right. The autonomy of individuals cannot be assumed but has to be reasserted against relationships of subordination. This involves a break with a rationalist morality, so that respect for others involves respect for emotions, feelings, desires and needs, and establishes a fuller autonomy as a basis for freedom and justice.
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In this work, originally published in 1986, Victor Seidler explores the different notions of respect, equality and dependency in Kanta (TM)s moral writings. He illuminates central tensions and contradictions not only within Kanta (TM)s moral philosophy, but within the thinking and feeling about human dignity and social inequality which we take very much for granted within a liberal moral culture.
In challenging our assumption of the autonomy of morality, Seidler also questions our understanding of what it means for someone to live as a person in his or her own right. The autonomy of individuals cannot be assumed but has to be reasserted against relationships of subordination. This involves a break with a rationalist morality, so that respect for others involves respect for emotions, feelings, desires and needs, and establishes a fuller autonomy as a basis for freedom and justice.
Imprint | Routledge |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | Routledge Revivals |
Release date | October 2009 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 1986 |
Authors | Victor Seidler |
Dimensions | 216 x 138 x 19mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 260 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-415-57093-0 |
Barcode | 9780415570930 |
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LSN | 0-415-57093-X |