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In this groundbreaking work, Kwame Anthony Appiah, regarded by many as "one of the most important philosophers of our time" (New York Times Book Review), changes the way we understand human behavior and how social reforms occur. Through dazzling argumentation, he shows that new democratic movements in the last century were not driven by top-down legal measures. He addresses the end of the institution of dueling in aristocratic England, the tumultuous struggles to end foot binding in 19th century China, the uprising of ordinary people against the horrors of transatlantic slavery, and honor killings in contemporary Pakistan. He has created a "fascinating study of moral revolution" (Philadelphia Inquirer), highlighting the crucial role that honor plays in the fight against humanity's inhumanity.
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Author: Appiah Kwame Anthony
Publication date: July 8, 2025
Manufacturer: Středisko spol. činností AV ČR, v. v. i.
Genres: Social sciences, Books, Specialized and technical literature, Law
Type: Books - paperback
Pages: 203
ISBN/EAN: 9788020033666