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Focusing on the relationship between modernity and compassion, the book argues against the prevailing notion that modernity erodes moral sentiments. It highlights how modernity, while dismantling traditional social bonds, simultaneously creates new ones that foster compassion. By providing a historically informed perspective, the author seeks to correct the common critique of modernity, showcasing its potential to enhance moral connections in contemporary society.
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The Compassionate Temperament, Natan Sznaider
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- Released
- 2000
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- Title
- The Compassionate Temperament
- Subtitle
- Care and Cruelty in Modern Society
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Natan Sznaider
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 140
- ISBN13
- 9780847695560
- Category
- Social sciences
- Description
- Focusing on the relationship between modernity and compassion, the book argues against the prevailing notion that modernity erodes moral sentiments. It highlights how modernity, while dismantling traditional social bonds, simultaneously creates new ones that foster compassion. By providing a historically informed perspective, the author seeks to correct the common critique of modernity, showcasing its potential to enhance moral connections in contemporary society.