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A Philosophy of Lying
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A Philosophy of Lying
A comprehensive investigation of lying in everyday life.
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This book is a comprehensive investigation of lying in everyday life. What exactly is a lie, and how does lying differ from related phenomena such as 'bullshit' or being truthful? Lars Svendsen also investigates the ethics of lying—why is lying almost always morally wrong, and why is lying to one's friends especially bad? The book concludes by looking at lying in politics, from Plato's theory of the 'noble lie' to Donald Trump.
Svendsen's conclusion is that, even though we all occasionally lie, we are for the most part trustworthy. Trusting others makes you vulnerable, and you will be duped from time to time, but that is—all things considered—preferable to living in a constant state of distrust.
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The History of Philosophy delves into the ethical implications of lying, exploring perspectives from notable philosophers such as Plato, Augustine, and Kant. Lars Svendsen distils these discussions into a concise guide, focusing on understanding lying and deception in everyday contexts, making it accessible to those interested in the practical implications of philosophical theories on lying.
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ISBN: 9781789145632
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 14 March 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 120.0mm
Height: 200.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 136
About the Author
Lars Svendsen is Professor in the Department of Philosophy, University of Bergen, Norway. He is the author of many books for Reaktion including A Philosophy of Boredom (2004) and A Philosophy of Loneliness (2017).
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