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Conscience: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

By Paul Strohm

Book information

Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Year
2011
ISBN
019956969X, 9780199569694
LCC
BJ1471 .S77 2011
Google Books ID
3LNopsHlab4C
Open Library ID
OL25006053M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
1 MB (1240747 bytes)
Pages
153\153
Orientation
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2012-03-09 12:00:00

Description

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. Arranged chronologically to focus on a series of important moments in the history of conscience--from Augustine's episode of conscience to the rise of conscience as a secular ideal--the volume explores a wide variety of texts and events, providing a concise introduction to the evolution of ideas and debates about conscience.

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