The Most Good You Can Do: How Effective Altruism Is Changing Ideas About Living Ethically
The Most Good You Can Do: How Effective Altruism Is Changing Ideas About Living Ethically
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015211
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Most Good You Can Do, Peter Singer explores effective altruism, a movement focusing on using evidence and reason to improve global well-being. The book presents individuals practicing this philosophy, emphasizing practical approaches to ethical living by making impactful charitable contributions and career choices aimed at maximizing positive outcomes for others.
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Peter Singer's The Most Good You Can Do offers a compelling exploration of effective altruism, appealing to readers with its pragmatic approach to ethical living. Critics praise its clarity and thought-provoking ideas, though some argue it oversimplifies complex moral issues. Overall, the book is a stimulating call to action for ethically minded individuals.
Who Should Read The Most Good You Can Do: How Effective Altruism Is Changing Ideas About Living Ethically?
Readers interested in ethics, philanthropy, and social impact will enjoy Peter Singer’s The Most Good You Can Do. Fans of Poor Economics by Banerjee & Duflo or Doing Good Better by MacAskill, who seek practical approaches to making the world better, would find this book engaging.
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Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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