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Civility
manners, morals, and the etiquette of democracy
Book • 1999
In 'Civility: Manners, Morals, and the Etiquette of Democracy', Stephen L. Carter delves into the prepolitical qualities necessary for a functioning society.
He defines civility as the sum of sacrifices made for the sake of common life, emphasizing acts of charity, respect for others, and the importance of community.
Carter discusses how civility is formed through social contracts and community norms, highlighting its role in resolving conflicts through dialogue rather than mandate.
The book also addresses the decline of civility in modern times and its implications for democracy.
He defines civility as the sum of sacrifices made for the sake of common life, emphasizing acts of charity, respect for others, and the importance of community.
Carter discusses how civility is formed through social contracts and community norms, highlighting its role in resolving conflicts through dialogue rather than mandate.
The book also addresses the decline of civility in modern times and its implications for democracy.
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