Doing and Allowing Harm

Explore the thought-provoking insights of Fiona Woollard in her compelling book, Doing and Allowing Harm, published by Oxford University Press in 2019. In this engaging 256-page paperback, Woollard presents a unique defense of the Doctrine of Doing and Allowing, a philosophical principle that highlights the moral complexities of harm. She argues that actively causing harm is significantly harder to justify than merely allowing it to occur. Through her nuanced analysis, Woollard elucidates how the Doctrine serves as a protective measure against harmful impositions, while also providing a balanced perspective on our moral obligations to assist others. This book is essential for anyone interested in ethical philosophy and the intricacies of moral responsibility.