“What has human happiness to do with morals? The object of morals is not to make people happy.”
Quote by Bertrand Russell
Work
Russell on Religion: Selections from the Writings of Bertrand Russell
The book includes extracts from Russell's extensive work, showcasing his intellectual exploration of religious themes, his critiques of religious dogma, and his arguments for secularism and rational inquiry. more
Author
Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more
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