Perfectionism / Thomas Hurka.
Perfectionism / Thomas Hurka.
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New York : Oxford University Press, 1993.
Date
1993.
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N171.3/7
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English
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xi, 222 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Contents
1. Introduction -- I. The Perfectionist Idea. 2. The Concept of Human Nature. 2.1. Distinctiveness and Essence. 2.2. Essence and Life. 2.3. Nature: Objections. 3. Accretions and Methods. 3.1. Accretions. 3.2. Perfectionist Naturalism. 3.3. Defending Perfectionism. 3.4. How Are Essences Known? 4. The...
8.3. Deserving Attempt. 8.4. Success and Deserved Success. 8.5. The Best Units? 9. Unity and Complexity. 9.1. Generality: Extent and Dominance. 9.2. Generality: Elaborations. 9.3. Top-to-Bottom Knowledge. 9.4. The Unified Life. 9.5. Complex, Difficult Activities. 10. Politics, Co-operation, and Love...
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New York : Oxford University Press, 1993.
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New York (State)
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1993.
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Perfectionism / Thomas Hurka.
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Oxford ethics series.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 209-214) and index.
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N171.3/7
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0195101162 (pbk.)
9780195080148 (acid-free paper)
0195080149 (acid-free paper)
9780195101164 (pbk.)
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171.3
MMS ID
991020730649702626
