{"title":"Ladelle McWhorter","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thought-provoking works of Ladelle McWhorter in our bookstore's Philosophy \u0026amp; Psychology collection. An esteemed author and philosopher, McWhorter delves deep into intricate subjects with clarity and insight, inviting readers to challenge conventional perspectives and engage in critical thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the notable books in this collection, \u003cem\u003eUnbecoming Persons\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases McWhorter's expertise in exploring the complexities of identity, power dynamics, and societal structures. Her writing often intertwines philosophical analysis with psychological insights, making her works not only intellectually stimulating but also relevant to contemporary social issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLadelle McWhorter's contributions to philosophy and psychology are both scholarly and accessible, making her books suitable for readers who are keen to deepen their understanding of the human condition through a critical and philosophical lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a student, an academic, or simply a curious reader, you will find McWhorter's work both enlightening and engaging. Dive into her collection to uncover new perspectives and expand your intellectual horizons.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"unbecoming-persons-by-ladelle-mcwhorter-9780226843599","title":"Unbecoming Persons","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA damning genealogy of modern personhood and a bold vision for a new ethics rooted in belonging rather than individuality.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the face of ecological crisis, economic injustice, and political violence, the moral demands of being a good person are almost too much to bear. In \u003cem\u003eUnbecoming Persons\u003c\/em\u003e, Ladelle McWhorter argues that this strain is by design. Our ideas about personhood, she shows, emerged to sustain centuries of colonialism, slavery, and environmental destruction. We must look elsewhere to find our way out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis history raises a hard question: Should we be persons at all, or might we live a good life without the constraints of individualism or the illusion of autonomy? In seeking an answer, McWhorter pushes back on the notion of our own personhood—our obsession with identity, self-improvement, and salvation—in search of a better way to live together in this world. Although she finds no easy answers, McWhorter ultimately proposes a new ethics that rejects both self-interest and self-sacrifice and embraces perpetual dependence, community, and the Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47031917412588,"sku":"9780226843599","price":61.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20664273482268.jpg?v=1764151731"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ladelle-mcwhorter.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}