This work investigates the moral philosophy of T.H. Green to determine whether he functions as an independent thinker rather than a mere derivative of Kantian or Hegelian traditions. Geoffrey Gladstone Thomas utilizes a rigorous analytical framework to re-evaluate Green's contributions to ethics. By dissecting Green's core arguments, the author challenges established academic interpretations and posits that Green's work offers a distinct, coherent system that addresses significant gaps in contemporary ethical discourse.

Scholars recognize this text as a significant intervention in the study of British Idealism, particularly for its attempt to decouple Green from his continental influences. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is intended for those already familiar with the history of moral philosophy.