From Cicero and Augustine through the middle ages and into the Reformation, this Very Short Introduction considers conscience as a matter of human rights and obligations, as well as an important issue in contemporary politics. Written by Paul Strohm, an eminent authority in the field and an engaging writer, this compact book provides a thought provoking introduction to a compelling topic. Arranged chronologically to focus on a series of important moments in the history of conscience--from Augustine's episode of conscience to the rise of conscience as a secular ideal--the volume explores a wide variety of texts and events, providing a concise introduction to the evolution of ideas and debates about conscience.

Author: Paul Strohm
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 06/14/2011
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.28lbs
Size: 6.92h x 4.43w x 0.34d
ISBN: 9780199569694

About the Author
Paul Strohm is the Anna Garbedian Professor of the Humanities at Columbia University.