Heart and Mind

Midgley addresses herself to the problems of moral philosophy and psychology, examining the way we think of ourselves and how this affects our lives.

Midgley offers us an optimistic and holistic view of what it means to be human, acknowledging the complex interconnections of emotion and intellect, while presenting us with the freedom to be ourselves.

'It is a book of superb spirit and style, more entertaining than a work of philosophy has any right to be.' - Times Literary Supplement

Autorentext

Mary Midgley (1919-2018) was one of the most renowned moral philosophers of her generation and the author of many books, including Beast and Man, Wickedness and The Myths We Live By. She has taken part in many broadcast events, including The Moral Maze and Woman's Hour.

Inhalt

Chapter 1 The Human Heart and Other Organs; Chapter 2 Freedom and Heredity; Chapter 3 Creation and Originality; Chapter 4 G. E. Moore on the Ideal; Chapter 5 Trying Out One's New Sword; Chapter 6 The Objection to Systematic Humbug; Chapter 7 Is 'Moral' A Dirty Word?; Chapter 8 The Game Game; Chapter 9 The Notion of Instinct;