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Authenticity as an Ethical Ideal

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The book critically examines the concept of authenticity, arguing that it has devolved into mere aestheticism and self-indulgence. Varga utilizes insights from critical social theory, moral philosophy, and phenomenology to analyze and clarify the issues surrounding self-aestheticism and individualistic indulgence. Through this exploration, he seeks to redefine authenticity in a way that addresses its problematic contemporary interpretations.

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Authenticity as an Ethical Ideal, Somogy Varga

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2014
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Title
Authenticity as an Ethical Ideal
Language
English
Publisher
Routledge
Released
2014
Format
Paperback
Pages
186
ISBN13
9781138809789
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The book critically examines the concept of authenticity, arguing that it has devolved into mere aestheticism and self-indulgence. Varga utilizes insights from critical social theory, moral philosophy, and phenomenology to analyze and clarify the issues surrounding self-aestheticism and individualistic indulgence. Through this exploration, he seeks to redefine authenticity in a way that addresses its problematic contemporary interpretations.