{"title":"Webb Keane","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the thought-provoking works of Webb Keane, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful contributions to the fields of education, reference, philosophy, and psychology. Keane's books offer a captivating exploration into the intricate intersections between ethics, culture, and human understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works, \u003cem\u003eAnimals, Robots, Gods\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as an exceptional exploration into how humans perceive and relate to these entities at the boundaries of cultural and ethical thought. This book questions the distinctions and similarities between what we know as natural and technological life forms and the divine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother key title, \u003cem\u003eEthical Life\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the essence of moral experience and the ways in which societal forces shape ethical understanding. It’s a compelling examination of how humans navigate the moral landscapes of everyday life, informed by deep cultural and anthropological insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWebb Keane's works are perfect for readers seeking to expand their knowledge and engage in profound philosophical and ethical discussions. Whether you're a student, educator, or a curious mind, Keane's books offer a valuable contribution to contemporary discourse, challenging you to rethink and deepen your understanding of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"animals-robots-gods-by-webb-keane-9780241613207","title":"Animals, Robots, Gods","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow do we live ethical lives alongside others? A fascinating exploration of our moral universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe have always lived with ethically significant others, whether they are the pets we keep, the gods we believe in, or the machines we are endowing with life. How should we treat them as our world changes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eAnimals, Robots, Gods\u003c\/em\u003e, acclaimed anthropologist Webb Keane provides a new vision of ethics, defined less by our minds, religion, or society, and more by our interactions with those around us. Drawing on ground-breaking research by fieldworkers around the world, he explores the underpinnings of our moral universe. 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Does ethical life arise from human nature itself? Is it a universal human trait? Or is it a product of one's cultural and historical context?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWebb Keane offers a new approach to the empirical study of ethical life that reconciles these questions, showing how ethics arise at the intersection of human biology and social dynamics. Drawing on the latest findings in psychology, conversational interaction, ethnography, and history, \u003cem\u003eEthical Life\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers from inner city America to Samoa and the Inuit Arctic to reveal how we are creatures of our biology as well as our history—and how our ethical lives are contingent on both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeane looks at Melanesian theories of mind and the training of Buddhist monks, and discusses important social causes such as the British abolitionist movement and American feminism. He explores how styles of child rearing, notions of the person, and moral codes in different communities elaborate on certain basic human tendencies while suppressing or ignoring others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCertain to provoke debate, \u003cem\u003eEthical Life\u003c\/em\u003e presents an entirely new way of thinking about ethics, morals, and the factors that shape them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000612405484,"sku":"9780691176260","price":56.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1749743482434.jpg?v=1763289200"},{"product_id":"animals-robots-gods-by-webb-keane-9781802061703","title":"Animals, Robots, Gods","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow do we live ethical lives alongside others? 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