Hard Questions: Facing the Problems of Life

by John Kekes

Book Overview

In this book, John Kekes discusses the hard questions we all must face in the course of our lives. Is there an absolute value that overrides all other considerations? Must we conform to prevailing conventions? Do we owe what our country asks of us? Must justice be done at all costs? How should we respond to evil? Should we forgive wrong actions? Does shame make life better or worse? Is it always good to be true to who we are? Do good intentions justify...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0190919981
• ISBN13: 9780190919986
• Release Date: February 2019
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.8" x 8.3"