Ethics vs. Aesthetics: Kierkegaard's Dilemma

This chapter investigates the philosophical conflict between aesthetic enjoyment and ethical commitment, focusing on Kierkegaard's 'Either/Or'. It compares his ideas with those of Aristotle, Nietzsche, and Enlightenment thinkers like Kant and Hume, exploring the implications of moral obligation and choice. The discussion critiques the limits of Enlightenment moral philosophy, particularly its struggle to integrate human passions with a coherent ethical framework.