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Abstract This chapter draws systematic lessons from the readings of Hume and Smith. Elizabeth Anderson’s concepts of relational equality and equal capabilities are critically discussed; furthermore, the distinction between absolute and relative levels of suffering is taken up in the context of recent social psychological studies. The chapter also discusses Pierre Rosanvallon’s treatment of equality and inequality in his The Society of Equals and proposes notions such as “relative status” and “reference group” as relevant to research on inequality. It is suggested that feelings of inequality are often of a comparative nature and cannot be conceptualized in non-comparative, absolute terms. Derek Parfit’s treatment of this question is criticized. Stressing absolute levels may serve to delegitimize potentially critical comparisons.

Author

Martin Hartmann

Publisher

Oxford University PressNew York

Published

2023

Language

EN

ISBN

9780197500880

Subjects

Philosophy, Sociology, Humanities