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A Study in the Theory of Value (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

David Wight Prall

 
9780282481216: A Study in the Theory of Value (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This philosophical text examines the nature of value, proposing that all value judgments ultimately imply the existence of aesthetic and ethical values. The author argues that the concept of value pervades human activity, from the most basic economic decisions to the appreciation of art and the pursuit of moral ideals. Through an analysis of personal experiences and logical reasoning, the book explores the distinction between value as a psychological response and value as a property inherent in objects. It challenges traditional dichotomies between different types of value, contending that both aesthetic and ethical values share a common ground and possess a similarly objective status in reality. This book offers a compelling framework for understanding the role of value in human experience and the interconnectedness of our various pursuits. By illuminating the nature of value, it sheds light on the fundamental questions that guide our actions and shape our understanding of the world.

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