{"product_id":"human-dignity-in-african-philosophy-a-very-short-introduction-9783030932169","title":"Human Dignity in African Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores the African perspective on human dignity, considering theories of vitality, community, and personhood and applying them to animal ethics, disability ethics, and euthanasia. It aims to familiarize scholars with a neglected African perspective on this vital concept. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 75 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 02 March 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer Nature Switzerland AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating book delves into the under-explored African perspective on the enigmatic concept of human dignity, employing two strategic approaches. Firstly, it examines African theories of human dignity, encompassing vitality, community, and personhood. Secondly, it explores the plausibility of these theories by applying them to select applied ethics themes, such as animal ethics, disability ethics, and euthanasia. While the book does not aim to argue for the plausibility of these African theories, its primary objective is to familiarize the global audience of philosophy, ethics, and related disciplines (legal studies, sociology, bioethics, and so on) with a neglected African perspective on this vital concept. Specifically, this book is tailored for scholars of philosophy with an interest in non-European and, more specifically, African perspectives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe concept of human dignity has been a subject of profound discussion and debate throughout history, with different cultures and societies offering their unique perspectives on what it means. While the Western world has traditionally dominated the discourse on human dignity, there is a growing recognition of the importance of exploring diverse perspectives, including those from Africa. This book aims to contribute to this understanding by shedding light on the African perspective on human dignity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Theories of Human Dignity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to explore the African perspective on human dignity, the book considers three key African theories: vitality, community, and personhood. Vitality refers to the idea that human beings are dynamic and have the capacity for growth and transformation. Community, on the other hand, emphasizes the importance of social relationships and collective responsibility. Personhood, lastly, recognizes the inherent worth and value of each individual human being.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying African Theories to Applied Ethics Themes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo further examine the plausibility of these African theories, the book applies them to select applied ethics themes. These themes include animal ethics, disability ethics, and euthanasia. Animal ethics explores the moral implications of our treatment of animals, disability ethics examines the rights and responsibilities of individuals with disabilities, and euthanasia examines the ethical considerations surrounding the termination of life support for terminally ill patients.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, this book offers a valuable contribution to the study of human dignity by providing a neglected African perspective on this vital concept. By examining African theories of human dignity and applying them to applied ethics themes, the book demonstrates the richness and diversity of African thought and its potential to inform our understanding of human rights and ethics. This book is a must-read for scholars of philosophy, ethics, and related disciplines interested in exploring non-European and specifically African perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 152g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 235 x 155 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783030932169\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2022\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Motsamai Molefe","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44103046103290,"sku":"9783030932169","price":45.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_d8609d74-b92f-46a0-880c-f18fd4e2a3b4.jpg?v=1669552530","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/human-dignity-in-african-philosophy-a-very-short-introduction-9783030932169","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}