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Focusing on the intersection of morality and evolutionary theory, this critique examines the application of Darwin's ideas to human motivation, particularly challenging Richard Dawkins' interpretations. Mary Midgley, a leading figure in British moral philosophy, offers a thoughtful analysis that questions the reductionist view of human behavior, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of moral philosophy in the context of evolution.
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The Solitary Self, Mary Midgley
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- 2010
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- Title
- The Solitary Self
- Subtitle
- Darwin and the Selfish Gene
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mary Midgley
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN13
- 9781844652532
- Series
- Heretics
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Science & Math, Philosophical Topics, Natural sciences, Biology, Science, Evolution
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- Focusing on the intersection of morality and evolutionary theory, this critique examines the application of Darwin's ideas to human motivation, particularly challenging Richard Dawkins' interpretations. Mary Midgley, a leading figure in British moral philosophy, offers a thoughtful analysis that questions the reductionist view of human behavior, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of moral philosophy in the context of evolution.