Nigel Warburton
Full Name and Common Aliases
Nigel Warburton is a British author, academic, and philosopher who has written extensively on various subjects including philosophy, psychology, and the humanities.
Birth and Death Dates
Born in 1962, Nigel Warburton's life and career are still ongoing. As he continues to contribute to philosophical discussions and write engaging books, his exact date of passing remains unknown.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Warburton is British by nationality and has worked as a philosophy lecturer at the University of East Anglia and an editor for several academic publications. He is also a prominent author and speaker on various topics related to philosophy and psychology.
Early Life and Background
Nigel Warburton was born in 1962, but there is limited information available about his early life and background. However, it's known that he developed an interest in philosophy at a young age and went on to study the subject at university.
Major Accomplishments
Warburton has achieved significant recognition for his work as an author and lecturer. Some of his notable accomplishments include:
Writing several bestselling books on philosophy and psychology, such as "The Art Question" and "A Little History of Philosophy".
Editing various academic publications, including the influential "Philosophy: The Basics".
Teaching philosophy at the University of East Anglia for over two decades.Notable Works or Actions
Warburton has contributed significantly to philosophical discussions through his writing and teaching. Some notable works include:
"The Art Question": A thought-provoking book that explores the role of art in society.
"A Little History of Philosophy": A comprehensive introduction to the history of philosophy, covering everything from ancient Greece to modern times.Impact and Legacy
Nigel Warburton's impact on philosophical discussions is undeniable. His ability to make complex ideas accessible to a broad audience has helped to demystify philosophy and promote critical thinking.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Warburton's influence can be attributed to his:
Clear writing style: He has the unique ability to explain complex philosophical concepts in simple, engaging terms.
* Passion for making philosophy accessible: Warburton's commitment to sharing philosophical ideas with a wider audience has helped to break down barriers and promote critical thinking.
As an influential author and lecturer, Nigel Warburton continues to inspire new generations of philosophers, thinkers, and writers. His legacy will undoubtedly endure as he remains one of the most respected voices in contemporary philosophy.
Quotes by Nigel Warburton
If you do something just because of how you feel that is not a good action at all.
Instead of looking to increase our pleasure in life, they think, we should try to become better people and do the right thing. That is what makes a life go well.
As soon as you start to doubt your own existence, the act of doubting proves that you exist as a thinking thing. This.
Free speech is one of the core values in a democracy and it should be championed with a vengeance.
If you only know your own side of a case, then your belief is likely to be inadequate. You need to be able to refute counter-arguments to your position otherwise you aren’t justified in your belief even if it happens to be true.
Even if I believe my opinion to be true, and am highly confident about its truth, unless it is ‘fully, frequently and fearlessly’ discussed, I will end up holding it as a dead dogma, a formulaic and unthinking response.
Human knowledge progresses when people recognize that they may be wrong even on issues that seem certain to them. Wisdom involves openness to those who disagree with us. It is only when our ideas have been subjected to criticism and all objections considered – if necessary seeking these objections out – that we have any right to think of our judgement as better than another’s.
Mill is particularly concerned that minority opinions should not be silenced just because they are held by very few people. Unfashionable ideas have potential value for the whole of humanity, even if only held by one person: If all mankind minus one were of one opinion, mankind would be no more justified in silencing that one person than he, if he had the power, would be justified in silencing mankind.
Preserving freedom of speech maximizes the chance of truth emerging from its collision with error and half-truth.
One reason why false and offensive speech is permitted in most liberal democracies is precisely because the best answer to bad speech is good speech, rather than censorship.