“Mathematics is good for the soul, getting things right enlivens a sense of truth, efforts to understand automatically purify desires.”
Quote by Iris Murdoch
Work
Metaphysics as a Guide to Morals
This book delves into the philosophical underpinnings of morality, examining how metaphysical beliefs shape ethical perspectives and decision-making. more
Author
Iris Murdoch
Iris Murdoch was an Irish-Canadian philosopher and author, born on July 15, 1919, in Dublin, Ireland, and passed away on February 8, 1999. She is celebrated for her philosophical novels that intertwine moral and ethical dilemmas with complex narratives. Murdoch's work has left a lasting impact on the literary world, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century. more
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