Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Make a Difference
Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Make a Difference
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015272
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Doing Good Better, William MacAskill explores effective altruism, a framework for making impactful charitable decisions. The book presents strategies for individuals to maximize their positive influence in the world, focusing on evidence-based approaches to philanthropy, career choices, and personal action, aiming to ensure resources and efforts accomplish the most good.
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William MacAskill's Doing Good Better is praised for its clear, compelling argument on effective altruism, offering practical advice for maximizing charitable impact. Critics appreciate the rigorous analysis and ethical clarity but note a potential narrow focus on utilitarianism. Overall, the book is insightful and thought-provoking, appealing to both scholars and general readers.
Who Should Read Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Make a Difference?
Readers who enjoyed The Life You Can Save by Peter Singer or Give and Take by Adam Grant will appreciate William MacAskill's Doing Good Better. It targets those passionate about effective altruism, seeking evidence-based approaches to philanthropy and social impact. Ideal for pragmatists and ethical thinkers.
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272
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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