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Book · 2010 · Philosophy

Cosmopolitanism

Ethics in a World of Strangers

by Kwame Anthony Appiah · Recommended by 1 person on 2 podcasts

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The third is kwami Anthony apia's book cosmopolitanism so in a world in which we're constantly discussing singular identities and with reason I understand why why we do that.
David Remnick · The Ezra Klein Show · Sep 2024 Listen at 1:09:30

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In the book, Cosmopolitanism, ethics in the world of strangers, philosopherqame Anthony Aia describes cosmopolitanism as quote two strands that intertwine in the notion of cosmopolitanism.
On the show Behind the Bastards · May 2025

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Cosmopolitanism is a philosophical work by Kwame Anthony Appiah that examines ethics, global citizenship, and how individuals can navigate obligations to people outside their immediate cultural circles. David Remnick recommended the book on The Ezra Klein Show during an episode discussing the conflict between Israel, Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran. Remnick suggested the text in a world where people constantly focus on singular identities, valuing Appiah's insights on pluralism. Additionally, the host on Behind the Bastards cited the book while discussing the concept of cosmopolitanism, explaining Appiah's description of how two distinct strands intertwine within the notion of global ethical responsibility. The discussions highlighted the relevance of Appiah's philosophy in contemporary discourse, emphasizing that individuals must balance local loyalties with a broader moral concern for all human beings. Both mentions demonstrated how the text serves as a vital guide for addressing modern tribalism, encouraging readers to find common ground across vast cultural divides, and fostering meaningful conversations about universal human rights and shared global coexistence in an increasingly interconnected yet deeply fractured world.

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“In the book, Cosmopolitanism, ethics in the world of strangers, philosopherqame Anthony Aia describes cosmopolitanism as quote two strands that intertwine in the notion of cosmopolitanism.”

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