Gertrude Himmelfarb was a historian whose writing explored Victorian social and intellectual history. Her book, "The De-moralization Of Society," examines the shift in moral values from the Victorian era to modern times. She was a significant voice in conservative intellectual circles.
The De-moralization Of Society: From Victorian Virtues to Modern Values
The De-moralization Of Society: From Victorian Virtues to Modern Values
Synopsis
In an era of increasingly divisive debates over societal values, this book argues that virtues are not interchangeable with values. It examines how Victorians upheld hard work, thrift, respectability, and charity as essential virtues for a meaningful life, offering a historical perspective on our modern moral landscape.
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The De-moralization Of Society: From Victorian Virtues to Modern ValuesPaperback, 1996
320 pages
Vintage BooksLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97806797649081st Vintage Books Ed
