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Book Synopsis: In 1972, the young philosopher Peter Singer published "Famine, Affluence and Morality," which rapidly became one of the most widely discussed essays in applied ethics. Through this article, Singer presents his view that we have the same moral obligations to those far away as we do to those close to us. He argued that choosing not to send life-saving money to starving people on the other side of the earth is the moral equivalent of neglecting to save drowning children because we prefer not to muddy our shoes. If we can help, we must--and any excuse is hypocrisy. Singer's extreme stand on our moral obligations to others became a powerful call to arms and continues to challenge people's attitudes towards extreme poverty. Today, it remains a central touchstone for those who argue we should all help others more than we do. As Bill and Melinda Gates observe in their foreword, in the age of today's global philanthropy, Singer's essay is as relevant now as it ever was. This attractively packaged, concise edition collects the original article, two of Singer's more recent popular writings on our obligations to others around the world, and a new introduction by Singer that discusses his current thinking.
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Looking to challenge your perspective on global ethics? Dive into the thought-provoking book, "Famine, Affluence, and Morality" by Peter Singer. This influential essay, first published in 1972, captivated readers with its radical idea that our moral obligations extend to those far away, just as much as they do to those close to us. Singer's powerful argument reveals the hypocrisy behind ignoring the suffering of others due to distance or inconvenience. By picking up this book, you'll embark on a transformative journey, questioning your own beliefs and opening your heart to the plight of those in extreme poverty.
Considered a touchstone for advocates of global philanthropy, "Famine, Affluence, and Morality" is more relevant than ever in today's world. As Bill and Melinda Gates emphasize in their foreword, Singer's essay serves as a call to arms, urging us to take action and help those in need. By delving into this attractively packaged, concise edition, you'll not only find the original article that started it all but also enjoy two additional popular writings by Singer on our obligations to others around the world. Gain a deeper understanding of our moral responsibilities and embark on a journey towards making a difference.
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