Author of Beast and Man (Methuen & Co, 1980, 4650 copies), Evolution as a Religion (Methuen & Co, 4500 since end of 1985), Wickedness (RKP, 3500 since late 1986)
Hardback was well reviewed
A popular philosopher who writes in the quality press
Has recently been involved in the debate over the allegations of satanism in the Rochdale child abuse case
'The writing is fluid, clear and graceful ... a rewarding book to read.' - Social Science Quarterly
'Midgley is very good on the hidden moral agenda behind much value free science' - Times Literary Supplement
'Midgley bravely strives to re-assert the unfashionable idea that the search for knowledge in general and philosophy in particular ought to have something to do with the acquisition of wisdom by individuals and with our living better as individuals and as communities.' - Anthony O'Hear, Philosophy
'Our educatonal mentors would do well to heed the author's plea for a redress of the balance between understanding and mere accumulation of information.' - The Scientific & Medical Network
Mary Midgley (1919-2018) was one of the most renowned moral philosophers of her generation and the author of many books, including Beast and Man, Wickedness and The Myths We Live By. She has taken part in many broadcast events, including The Moral Maze and Woman's Hour.