The Great Lockdown

Western Societies and the Fear of Death

Autor*innen

• Jean-François Caron

Parameter

• 90 Seiten
• 4 Lesestunden

• Sozialwissenschaften

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The book explores the moral choices made by Western societies in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, emphasizing the prioritization of saving lives over economic interests. It critiques the notion of trade-offs between health and the economy, labeling such considerations as morally unacceptable. The narrative highlights the widespread consensus among citizens and leaders to implement strict measures like business closures and self-quarantine, framing these actions as a testament to ethical responsibility in the face of crisis.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Hardcover