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Mortal Questions

Book • 2012

Mortal Questions by Thomas Nagel delves into profound issues related to the meaning, nature, and value of human life.

The book addresses topics such as attitudes toward death, sexual behavior, social inequality, war, and political power, leading to deeper philosophical discussions on personal identity, consciousness, freedom, and value.

It offers a blend of theoretical and personal insights into life's most critical questions.

Mentioned by

Michael Stevens

Pamela Hieronymi

Mentioned in 3 episodes

Michael Stevens

mentions having read this book by Thomas Nagel, considering it awesome to read.

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Mentioned by

Michael Stevens

as an essential short philosophy book containing famous essays like 'What Is It Like to Be a Bat?'.

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Mentioned by

Peter Singer

as an influential collection of essays.

THOMAS NAGEL thinks you are wrong about the understanding of the universe

Recommended by

Pamela Hieronymi

as a collection of smart and interesting essays on contemporary philosophy.

The moral philosophy of The Good Place (with Mike Schur and Pamela Hieronymi)

Mentioned by

Tamler Sommers

as an example of a philosopher who successfully bridges academic rigor with topics of public interest.

Tamler Sommers On the Urgency of Honor

Mentioned by

Andrew Horton

when noting that Nagel's essay 'Moral Luck' appears in his collection.

Episode 78, Moral Luck (Part I - Bernard Williams)

Recommended by

Pamela Hieronymi

as a collection of smart and interesting essays on contemporary philosophy.

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