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The ethics of ambiguity
Book • 1962
Simone de Beauvoir's "The Ethics of Ambiguity" is a philosophical work that explores the human condition in a world without inherent meaning.
Beauvoir argues that freedom and responsibility are fundamental aspects of human existence.
She challenges traditional ethical systems and proposes a new approach based on individual engagement with the world.
The book emphasizes the importance of authenticity and commitment in the face of uncertainty.
It's a significant contribution to existentialist thought and continues to inspire readers and thinkers today.
Beauvoir argues that freedom and responsibility are fundamental aspects of human existence.
She challenges traditional ethical systems and proposes a new approach based on individual engagement with the world.
The book emphasizes the importance of authenticity and commitment in the face of uncertainty.
It's a significant contribution to existentialist thought and continues to inspire readers and thinkers today.
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Mentioned by Iain Thomson, highlighting her critique of Sartre's views and her richer understanding of subjectivity.
Iain D. Thomson, "Rethinking Death in and after Heidegger" (Cambridge UP, 2024)
