Practical Kantian Ethics

<p>Reversing the usual order of interpretation Donald Wilson</p><p>reinterprets Kant's moral theory through his later practical works</p><p>offering a new inner freedom account informing obscure aspects of</p><p>Kant's formal moral philosophy and the practical focus of ideals of</p><p>proper respect.</p><p>This account transcends the narrow rational asceticism often</p><p>associated with Kant's view embedding morality in our humanity </p><p>recognizing the vital role of emotion in moral life and prioritizing</p><p>framing moral commitments and questions of character over</p><p>obedience to formal rules. In doing so it makes community and</p><p>collective and individual judgment essential in giving content to</p><p>ideals of practical respect creating important space for moral</p><p>disagreement and growth.</p><p></p><p>Focused on the integration of diverse norms and the lived</p><p>experience of morality Wilson's account affords Kantians a nuanced</p><p>understanding of the relationship between moral and personal</p><p>life and everyday norms of fidelity non-violence rescue and</p><p>care capable of guiding ordinary moral judgement and informing</p><p>deliberation in hard cases where different grounds of obligation</p><p>conflict. It is essential reading for anyone working on Kant's moral</p><p>philosophy today.</p>