
Susan Wolf and Dostoevsky - The Problem with being a Moral Saint!
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The Perils of Moral Purity and the Complexity of Human Morality
This chapter delves into the dangers of absolute morals as depicted in Dostoevsky's characters, highlighting how their quest for moral perfection leads to emotional distress and harmful actions. It also draws on Camus' critique of the pursuit of absolute justice, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of morality that embraces human flaws.
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