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Death in a Shallow Pond by David Edmonds is a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of moral philosophy, inspired by one of the most famous ethical thought experiments of our time. Drawing from the provocative question posed by philosopher Peter Singer—if you saw a child drowning in a shallow pond, would you save them even if it ruined your shoes?—Edmonds expands this dilemma into a broader investigation of our obligations to others, especially strangers in need.
Through engaging storytelling and rigorous philosophical analysis, Edmonds examines real-world scenarios that mirror this moral challenge. He delves into questions of proximity, empathy, and the limits of altruism, asking why we often fail to act when the suffering is distant, abstract, or inconvenient. The book confronts the uncomfortable gap between what we believe is right and how we actually behave.
Edmonds, known for his accessible writing and previous work Would You Kill the Fat Man?, brings clarity and nuance to complex ethical debates. He weaves together philosophy, psychology, and personal reflection to illuminate how moral reasoning plays out in everyday life—from charitable giving and humanitarian crises to social justice and personal sacrifice.
Death in a Shallow Pond is essential reading for anyone interested in ethics, social responsibility, and the philosophical underpinnings of human behavior. It challenges readers to reconsider their own choices and the moral landscape we all inhabit.
A gripping philosophical inquiry into moral responsibility, inspired by a drowning child and the ethical choices we face in everyday life.
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