A Grammar of Responsibility

Moran, Gabriel

ISBN 10: 0824515544 / ISBN 13: 9780824515546

Published by The Crossroad Publishing Company, New York, 1996

About this Item

Octavo Size [approx 15.5 x 22.8cm]. Fine condition in a Near Fine Dustjacket - DJ now protected in our purpose-made plastic sleeve. An excellent copy in 'as new' condition. 253 pages. Presents a consistent and comprehensive pattern for understanding what responsibility really means. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Grammar of Responsibility
• Publisher: The Crossroad Publishing Company, New York
• Publication Date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0824515544
• ISBN 13: 9780824515546
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Seller catalogs:
  • Psychology

About this title

Synopsis

A Grammar of Responsibility is an interesting, provocative, and careful study of the way to speak about responsibility. The term is everywhere these days but is seldom examined in any detail. And yet, responsibility is a complicated idea with a peculiar history.
The book starts from the way people speak, using hundreds of examples from contemporary discussions. It explains the need for a grammar, that is, a consistent and comprehensive way to use the term. It goes on to analyze a host of ethical dilemmas. In each case, a "grammar of responsibility" provides a fresh look at seemingly intractable problems. The result is a book of clear ideas to help us deal intelligently with the sense of moral crisis that is widespread today.

About the Author

Gabriel Moran is a professor in the department of Culture and Communication, New York University, and director of the doctoral program in religious education.