19min chapter

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Rebecca Roache, "For F*ck's Sake: Why Swearing Is Shocking, Rude, and Fun" (Oxford UP, 2023)

New Books in Sociology

CHAPTER

Exploring the Philosophy of Swearing

The chapter delves into the background of a philosopher transitioning from metaphysics to applied ethics and swear words, exploring the lack of philosophical literature on the topic. It examines the definition and distinctiveness of swearing, its association with emotions, and the significance of context in determining its acceptability.

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