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How to Be Perfect
The Correct Answer to Every Moral Question
Book • 2022
This book provides an introduction to various philosophical arguments on ethics, presented in a humorous and accessible manner.
Michael Schur, drawing from his extensive research for his TV show 'The Good Place', covers concepts such as deontology, utilitarianism, existentialism, and more.
The book starts with simple ethical questions and progresses to more complex moral issues, aiming to make ethics relatable and understandable.
Schur argues that while perfection is unrealistic, striving to live a more ethical life using pieces of different philosophical viewpoints is a more practical and fulfilling approach.
Michael Schur, drawing from his extensive research for his TV show 'The Good Place', covers concepts such as deontology, utilitarianism, existentialism, and more.
The book starts with simple ethical questions and progresses to more complex moral issues, aiming to make ethics relatable and understandable.
Schur argues that while perfection is unrealistic, striving to live a more ethical life using pieces of different philosophical viewpoints is a more practical and fulfilling approach.
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as a book about moral philosophy that questions whether being like Michael Scott is desirable.


Ryan Holiday

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's new book, exploring moral questions.


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as a moral philosophy book by a funny writer, recommended for its humor and insight.


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as a recently published book exploring moral philosophy, reflecting themes in Schur's show "The Good Place".


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, discussing Mike Schur's purposeful work and themes in his projects.

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Fred Armisen
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as his new book, focusing on moral questions.


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as a book summarizing his experience writing "The Good Place."

Mike Schur

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Mike Schur
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as the book that addresses moral questions, referencing Mike Schur's exploration of ethics.


Jenna Fischer

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Friday Chit Chat 8
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's book on moral philosophy when introducing him as a guest.

Roman Mars

Mike Schur

The Power Broker #6: Mike Schur
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as a book that explores moral philosophy and answers moral questions.


Dan Harris

Solutions to all of Your Moral Dilemmas | Michael Schur


