This book is based on an in-depth conversation between Howard Burton and Charles Foster, who is a writer, traveller, veterinarian, barrister, philosopher and Fellow of Green Templeton College, University of Oxford. This wide-ranging conversation provides a detailed exploration of several of his books in many different fields with a particular focus on "Human Dignity in Bioethics and Law" and the New York Times Bestseller "Being a Beast" . This carefully-edited book includes an introduction, At the Heart, and questions for discussion at the end of each chapter:I. An Aristotelian Encounter – A mystery solved II. Studies in Empathy – And the lack thereof III. Childhood – A brief digression IV. Engagement – Consciousness, relationships and different perspectives V. Dignity – An overarching principle VI. Creating Impact – Changing hearts and minds About Ideas Roadshow Conversations:This book is part of a series of 100 Ideas Roadshow Conversations. Presented in an accessible, conversational format, Ideas Roadshow books not only explore frontline academic research featuring world-leading researchers but also reveal the inspirations and personal journeys behind the research.
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