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§Author· 1 book

David Benatar

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Cover of Better Never to Have Been: The Harm of Coming Into Existence by David Benatar

Better Never to Have Been: The Harm of Coming Into Existence

David Benatar, 2006
6 ratings

§ About David Benatar's books

Books on SansFiction
1
Published
2006
Genres
Classics, Philosophy

The book: Better Never to Have Been: The Harm of Coming Into Existence (2006)

Most people believe that they were either benefited or at least not harmed by being brought into existence. Thus, if they ever do reflect on whether they should bring others into existence—-rather than having children without even thinking about whether they should—-they presume that they do them no harm.

Common questions about David Benatar

What is David Benatar best known for?
David Benatar is best known for Better Never to Have Been: The Harm of Coming Into Existence, published in 2006 with 6 ratings and a 3.2 average. It is the most-rated of David Benatar's books on SansFiction.
What genres does David Benatar write?
David Benatar's books on SansFiction are tagged Classics and Philosophy.

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