Aristotle's Account of Anger: Narcissism and Illusions of Self-Sufficiency |
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Authors: | Stephen Leighton |
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Institution: | Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 3N6 |
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Abstract: | This paper considers an allegation by M. Stocker and E. Hegeman that Aristotle's account of anger yields a narcissistic passion bedevilled by illusions of self-sufficiency. The paper argues on behalf of Aristotle's valuing of anger within a virtuous and flourishing life, showing that and why Aristotle's account is neither narcissistic nor involves illusions of self-sufficiency. In so arguing a deeper appreciation of Aristotle's understanding of a self-sufficient life is reached, as are some interesting contrasts between Aristotle's understanding of anger, its connections to value and our own understanding of these matters. |
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