- Taschenbuch: 128 Seiten
- Verlag: Mariner Books; Auflage: Reprint (Oktober 2002)
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-10: 0156013258
- ISBN-13: 978-0156013253
- Größe und/oder Gewicht: 20,3 x 13,5 x 1 cm
- Amazon Bestseller-Rang: Nr. 42.624 in Englische Bücher (Siehe Top 100 in Englische Bücher)
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Umberto Eco's Five Moral Pieces are short essays on ethics that "treat of what we ought to do, what we ought not to do, and what we must not do at any cost". Individually they cover such topics as the essential features of fascism, the changing role of the press and its relationship to politics and the social function of intellectuals during war.
"When the Other Appears on the Scene" derives from an exchange of letters with Cardinal Martini and is a response to the Cardinal's question: "What is the basis of the certainty and necessity for moral action of those who, in order to establish the absolute nature of an ethic, do not intend to appeal to metaphysical principles or transcendental values, or even to universally valid categorical imperatives?" Eco's answer is to say that the construction of a naturalistic lay-ethics does not mean that laypersons cannot avail themselves of the inspiring and ethical aspects of religion. If man is an animal he is also an imaginative, poetic animal--someone who aspires to "the construction of narratives capable of providing him with an explanation and a model, an exemplary image". Among the variety of imaginative stories created he also has "the religious, moral and poetic strength to conceive of the model of Christ, of universal love, of forgiveness for enemies, of a life sacrificed that others might be saved". If the story of Christ is only a fiction it is a magnificent fiction, a model imagined and proposed by humans to fulfil human purposes--purposes which include building a community on earth of love, forgiveness and self-sacrifice.
The final essay in this very slim volume "Migration, Tolerance and the Intolerable" is a subtle discussion about the similarities and differences between fundamentalism and integralism; between migration and immigration; about the future of Europe and the blood that is likely to be spilt as a result of The Third World knocking on, and entering Europe's doors. But while the bloodshed may be unavoidable, there is reason to believe (in theory) that racists are on the way to extinction. In international relations we can prepare for the future by "assuming responsibility of deciding what is intolerable and then taking action, ready to pay the price of error".
Every one of these five moral pieces is subtle, nuanced and discriminating. The only criticism one might have is that at just over a hundred small pages it is over all too soon. --Larry Brown -- Dieser Text bezieht sich auf eine vergriffene oder nicht verfügbare Ausgabe dieses Titels.
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This slim book covers a lot of territory in a little over a hundred pages. Its five essays address everything from warfare to faith to the media, and Umberto Eco insists that they are all linked: "Despite the variety of their themes, they are all ethical in nature, that is to say, they treat of what we ought to do, what we ought not to do, and what we must not do at any cost." Several of his views are provocative. In listing the characteristics of what he calls "Ur-Fascism," for instance, Eco describes many of the beliefs held by modern-day conservatives. He also remarks: "Europe will become a multiracial continent--or a 'colored' one, if you prefer. That's how it will be, whether you like it or not. This meeting (or clash) of cultures could lead to bloodshed, and I believe to a certain extent it will." Fans of Eco's bestselling novels won't necessarily be drawn to Five Moral Pieces, though readers who have enjoyed his nonfiction will want to explore this small collection. --John Miller
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The First is the Best
1. Juni 2003
Format:Taschenbuch
These are five essays previously written by Eco for various publications. Most of them are of interest to those who study European politics and cultural life. If you are not interested in the Italian press or post WWII Facism in Europe and are not familiar with some of the well known players, parts of these essays will make no sense to you.
However, the first essay, "Reflections on War," is worth the price. This essay was written about the first "gulf" war in Kuwait. Reading in now in a post-Iraq war frame is even more interesting. Eco predicts the neo-conservative view that active imposition of democracy by the developed nations will begin to occur in the middle east and elsewhere and he gives some brillant insight into this thinking.
The other essays have thoughts worth reading even if the topics are not your cup of tea. Like all of Eco's work, this is highly readable and not at all obtuse.
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Extremely relevant thought pieces for today's world
7. März 2002
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While the book is on the pricey side, it contains some extremely relevant thought pieces for our world today.
The essays are meant to provoke further thinking on the subjects rather than provide any pat answers.
The essays on immigration and intolerance and the characteristics of fascism are particularly worth reading.
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Essays I have never forgotten
28. Mai 2011
Format:Taschenbuch
Had to read these essays in college for an English class and the message within them stay with me still.
This is not the insight of American and it's not about American politics or history so there may be very obscure references that you may not know about but they do not cloud the message at all, so worry not. These are essays about, you guessed it, morality and ethics from the perspective of a well-respected intellectual.
Don't expect anything more than essays and you'll be fine. A bit of forewarning on my part for anyone looking to buy this.
The price is a bit steep at nearly $13 for a book that you can read in one sitting frankly. I wouldn't recommend buying it for the price, you can pick it up used for far cheaper. Mind you, I'm not saying this to cheapen the writing but in this day and age, $13 for a tiny collection of essays is ridiculous.
But this is one of those books that you'll always keep around and drag out now and then to give it a quick read, to reflect upon his well-constructed and brilliant arguments about things like compassion, history, and war. And why morality is a universal concept that is rational and with a reach that encompasses the world.
One of my favorite little 'books' by a very great mind.
This is not the insight of American and it's not about American politics or history so there may be very obscure references that you may not know about but they do not cloud the message at all, so worry not. These are essays about, you guessed it, morality and ethics from the perspective of a well-respected intellectual.
Don't expect anything more than essays and you'll be fine. A bit of forewarning on my part for anyone looking to buy this.
The price is a bit steep at nearly $13 for a book that you can read in one sitting frankly. I wouldn't recommend buying it for the price, you can pick it up used for far cheaper. Mind you, I'm not saying this to cheapen the writing but in this day and age, $13 for a tiny collection of essays is ridiculous.
But this is one of those books that you'll always keep around and drag out now and then to give it a quick read, to reflect upon his well-constructed and brilliant arguments about things like compassion, history, and war. And why morality is a universal concept that is rational and with a reach that encompasses the world.
One of my favorite little 'books' by a very great mind.
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