The Virtues of Our Vices: A Modest Defense of Gossip, Rudeness, and Other Bad Habits

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The book contains chapters on rudeness, gossiping, snobbery, humour, and respect for beliefs.

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2011

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9781400839506   1400839505   0691141991

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10.1515/9781400839506
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Acknowledgments.Emrys Westacott
Introduction.Emrys Westacott
Index.Emrys Westacott
Notes.Emrys Westacott
3. On Snobbery: Is It Sinful to Feel Superior?Emrys Westacott
2. The Ethics of Gossiping.Emrys Westacott
4. “That’s not funny—that’s sick!”.Emrys Westacott
1. The Rights and Wrongs of Rudeness.Emrys Westacott
5. Why Should I Respect Your Stupid Opinion?Emrys Westacott

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