Against Empathy: The Case for Rational Compassion ― A Provocative Social Psychology Book on Why Feeling Less Can Lead to Doing More Good
by Paul Bloom
Paul Bloom challenges the value of empathy, proposing rational compassion as a more reliable guide for morality, justice, and sound policy decisions.
About This Book
Against Empathy examines how emotional responses may interfere with fair and effective moral reasoning.
The book contrasts empathy with rational compassion as a basis for ethical choices and public policy.
Paul Bloom draws on research in psychology and philosophy to question common assumptions about feeling and morality.
Readers are encouraged to consider alternative approaches that prioritize reason over emotional intuition.
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