Conscience : A Very Short Introduction

Paul Strohm

ISBN 10: 019956969X / ISBN 13: 9780199569694

Published by Oxford University Press Jun 2011, 2011

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Neuware - Where does our conscience come from How reliable is it In the West conscience has been relied upon for two thousand years as a judgement that distinguishes right from wrong. It has effortlessly moved through every period division and timeline between the ancient, medieval, and modern. The Romans identified it, the early Christians appropriated it, and Reformation Protestants and loyal Catholics relied upon its advice and admonition. Today it is embraced with equal conviction by non-religious and religious alike.Considering its deep historical roots and exploring what it has meant to successive generations, Paul Strohm highlights why this particularly European concept deserves its reputation as 'one of the prouder Western contributions to human rights and human dignity throughout the world.'Using examples from popular culture including the Disney classic Pinocchio, as well as examples from contemporary politics, he explores the work of thinkers such as Nietzsche, Freud, and Aquinas, to show how and why conscience remains a motivating and important principle in the contemporary world.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Conscience : A Very Short Introduction
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Jun 2011
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 019956969X
• ISBN 13: 9780199569694
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 174W x 111H x 15D millimeters 174 millimeters width by 111 millimeters height by 15 millimeters depth
• Weight: 128 grams

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Synopsis

From Cicero and Augustine through the middle ages and into the Reformation, this Very Short Introduction considers conscience as a matter of human rights and obligations, as well as an important issue in contemporary politics. Written by Paul Strohm, an eminent authority in the field and an engaging writer, this compact book provides a thought provoking introduction to a compelling topic, providing a concise introduction to the evolution of ideas and debates about conscience.

About the Author

Paul Strohm is the Anna Garbedian Professor of the Humanities at Columbia University.