Philosopher's book examines role of bullshit in society

To some, a lot of philosophy could be considered bullshit. Now one academic has turned the tables. In fact, he says, bullshit is philosophy.

Harry Frankfurt, one of the world's most esteemed moral philosophers and a professor in the hallowed halls of Princeton University, has published a book on the philosophical implications of bullshit. On Bullshit is a serious examination of the role of bullshit in modern life.

Woe betide anyone who thinks Frankfurt could have used the word "lying" instead. In philosophical terms, he believes the two concepts are worlds apart. "The liar knows what the truth is and he is concerned with trying to keep people away from the truth," Frankfurt says.

" shows a respect for the truth and the value of truth. Whereas the bullshitter does not care at all," he says.

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Charming, intelligent and seemed rather humble. He appeared to blush when saying bullshit, as if afraid his mother might hear him using a bad word.

I can hardly wait to get the book!

edit> BTW - He said the Lunatic's admin is mostly bullshit.

my favorite subject. I'm off to the bookstore tomorrow!