Morality and religion have failed because they are based on duplicity and fantasy. We need something new. This bold statement is the driving force behind Richard Garner s "Beyond Morality." In his book, Garner presents an insightful defense of moral error theory—the idea that our moral thought and discourse is systemically flawed. Establishing his argument with a discerning survey of historical and contemporary moral beliefs from around the world, Garner critically evaluates the plausibility of these beliefs and ultimately finds them wanting. In response, Garner suggests that...
Morality and religion have failed because they are based on duplicity and fantasy. We need something new. This bold statement is the driving force...