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The book challenges the traditional belief that ancient Greek ethics significantly differs from modern ethical perspectives. It explores how Greek ethics has been interpreted since the 18th century, focusing on the historical concept of conflict between human aims, especially the tension between adhering to ethical standards and pursuing personal happiness. Through this examination, it reveals the complexities and continuities in ethical thought across time.
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Individual and Conflict in Greek Ethics, Nicholas White
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- 2004
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- Title
- Individual and Conflict in Greek Ethics
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Nicholas White
- Publisher
- OUP Oxford
- Publisher
- 2004
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 388
- ISBN13
- 9780199275427
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- The book challenges the traditional belief that ancient Greek ethics significantly differs from modern ethical perspectives. It explores how Greek ethics has been interpreted since the 18th century, focusing on the historical concept of conflict between human aims, especially the tension between adhering to ethical standards and pursuing personal happiness. Through this examination, it reveals the complexities and continuities in ethical thought across time.