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Parfit

A Philosopher and His Mission to Save Morality

Book • 2024

This biography by David Edmonds delves into the life of Derek Parfit, a renowned moral philosopher who dedicated himself to rescuing morality from nihilism.

Parfit's ideas have profoundly influenced modern moral concerns, including long-termism and altruism.

The book provides an engaging and accessible introduction to Parfit's philosophical contributions and his eccentric yet dedicated life.

Mentioned by

Morteza Hajizadeh

Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned by

Sam Harris

as the author of "Parfit, a philosopher and his mission to save morality", a book about Derek Parfit.

#321 — Reckoning with Parfit

Mentioned by

Luis Garicano

as a biography of a great British moral philosopher.

John H. Cochrane, Klaus Masuch, and Luis Garicano, "Crisis Cycle: Challenges, Evolution, and Future of the Euro" (Princeton UP, 2025)

Mentioned by

Xavier Bonilla

as the latest book by

David Edmonds

and the topic of their conversation.

#250 - Parfit: A Dialogue with David Edmonds

Mentioned by

Josh Landy

as a new philosophical biography of Derek Parfit written by David Edmonds.

563: Derek Parfit and Your Future Self

David Edmonds

' new book, discussed throughout the episode, and available in bookshops.

David Edmonds - The Moral Maze: Exploring Derek Parfit's Vision of Ethics | STM Podcast #177

Mentioned by

Morteza Hajizadeh

as one of

David Edmonds

' books published by Princeton University Press.

David Edmonds, "Death in a Shallow Pond: A Philosopher, a Drowning Child, and Strangers in Need" (Princeton UP, 2025)

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