"To possess a character is to be able to consciously work on a complex and frequently changing system of dispositions and skills."
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About Alasdair MacIntyre
Alasdair MacIntyre is a prominent Scottish philosopher known for his works in ethics and political philosophy. He was born in 1929 in Glasgow, Scotland. MacIntyre has made significant contributions to virtue ethics and has been a leading figure in the revival of Aristotelian moral philosophy. His ideas have influenced a wide range of disciplines, including philosophy, sociology, and political theory.
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