Bad Conscience

Discover the profound insights of Vladimir Jankélévitch in Bad Conscience, published by The University of Chicago Press in 2014. This thought-provoking book, spanning 200 pages, delves into the intricate relationship between moral awareness and the concept of forgiveness. As one of the most distinctive voices in twentieth-century philosophy, Jankélévitch lays the groundwork for his later work, Forgiveness, exploring the conditions that foster our moral consciousness. This English-language translation invites readers to engage with the philosophical inquiries that resonate deeply in our understanding of ethics and human behavior. A must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, and the complexities of conscience, Bad Conscience offers a compelling journey into the depths of moral philosophy.