Moral Error Theory
History, Critique, Defence
Jonas Olson
Reviews and Awards
"For the most part, Olson is a lucid writer and it is refreshing to see a philosopher write candidly about the limitations of even his own arguments... the book will likely generate fruitful discussion for years to come. In particular, metaethicists will want to consider Olson's case for moral error theory in chs 5 through 9. Hume scholars might want to consider ch. 2, and those interested in metaepistemology may benefit from reading ch. 8." -- Jeff Wisdom, Philosophical Quarterly
"I liked Olson's book. It is clear and engaging which is particularly noteworthy given the complex terminology which haunts metaethics. Olson's timely work is subtle and has philosophical depth and, as well as using it for my own research, I will be recommending this book to my third year and PG students." --Analysis
"I enjoyed reading Olson's book. It is interesting and clearly written, suitable both for upper-level undergraduates and more advanced students of philosophy. . . I can recommend it unreservedly." --Daan Evers, Notre Dame Philosophical Reviews
"Jonas Olson's book is a fascinating, multifaceted exploration of moral error theory and will be a thought-provoking read for anyone with metaethical interests." -- Ethics
"Olson's book covers a lot of ground. It can be quite technical at times, so some previous knowledge of the metaethical debates surrounding moral error theory is helpful. For those interested in these debates, it is a must read." -- Dialogue: Canadian Philosophical Review
"Olson's Moral Error Theory offers a historically informed and theoretically subtle discussion of moral error theory in response to the much greater attention this view has received in the last decade." -- International Journal for the Study of Skepticism