The Prudence of Love focuses upon the intersection of philosophical, theological, and psychological issues concerning love. Eric Silverman advocates an account of the virtue of love derived from Thomas Aquinas's account of charity and makes three claims concerning love's effect on a person's happiness. First, he argues that there are at least five distinct ways that possessing the virtue of love contributes to the lover's happiness. Surprisingly, only one...
Eric J. Silverman is assistant professor of philosophy and religious studies at Christopher Newport University.
The book is clearly written and well-organized.... Recommended. (CHOICE, July 2010)
This is an interesting, clearly written and broad ranging account of love as a virtue which benefits its possessor, inspired by Aquinas. As well as a plausible positive view, it offers an excellent critique of several contemporary accounts of love. (Christine Swanton, The University of Auckland)
In this wise and humane book, Eric Silverman examines the virtue of love and...
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