First published 2022
Michael Schur examines what it means to live ethically in a complicated world. The creator of The Good Place and cocreator of Parks and Recreation draws from 2,500 years of philosophical thinking to address moral questions both simple and complex. Schur explains concepts like deontology, utilitarianism, existentialism, and ubuntu with wit and clarity. He begins with straightforward scenarios like whether to punch a friend without reason, then progresses to thornier issues. Can you enjoy art made by terrible people? How much should you donate to charity? Why be good when bad behavior often goes unpunished? Schur acknowledges that readers won't achieve moral perfection by the book's end. Instead, he offers practical wisdom for navigating daily ethical challenges with humor and insight.
Genres: philosophy, self-help, non-fiction
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, informative
10 pages · Audio CD · Simon & Schuster Audio