Forgiveness and Revenge

<strong>Forgiveness and Revenge</strong> is a powerful exploration of our attitudes to seriouswrongdoings and a careful examination of the values that underlie ... » 

Forgiveness and Revenge is a powerful exploration of our attitudes to seriouswrongdoings and a careful examination of the values that underlie our thinkingabout revenge and forgiveness.From adulterous spouses to terrorist factions we are surrounded by wrongdoingyet we rarely agree which response is appropriate. The problem of how torespond realistically and sensitively to the wrongs of the past remains aperplexing one. Trudy Govier clarifies our thinking on this subject byexamining the moral and practical impact of revenge and forgiveness bothpersonal and political.Forgiveness and Revenge offers muchneeded clarity and reason where emotionsoften prevail. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the ethics ofattitudes to wrongdoing. «