Reasons and Persons

Derek Parfit's "Reasons and Persons" is a landmark work in contemporary philosophy, profoundly impacting discussions on personal identity, ethics, and rationality.

Parfit challenges traditional notions of the self, arguing that our sense of personal identity is less coherent than we assume.

He explores the implications of this for our moral obligations, particularly concerning future generations.

The book delves into the complexities of decision-making under uncertainty, examining how we should weigh our present interests against the potential consequences of our actions for the future.

Parfit's rigorous analysis and thought-provoking arguments have had a lasting influence on various fields, including ethics, political philosophy, and decision theory.

His work continues to stimulate debate and inspire new research.