The Dimensions of Ethics: An Introduction to Ethical Theory
The Dimensions of Ethicsoffers a concise but wide-ranging introduction to moral philosophy. In clear and engaging fashion, the author first examines the scope of ethical theory, and explores central metaethical questions such as the issue of relativism, and the relationship between morality and religion. He then turns to an exploration of five theoretical approaches (utilitarianism, the deontological approach of Kant, the ethical pluralism of Ross, virtue ethics, and feminist ethics), in each case providing a consideration of various objections that have been advanced as well as a sympathetic exposition of the core principles of each approach. Throughout he uses a wide range of examples, and integrates references to issues in applied ethics with his discussions of ethical theory.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:155111450X
ISBN13:9781551114507
Release Date:March 2003
Publisher:Broadview Press Inc
Length:256 Pages
Weight:0.66 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 5.5" x 8.0"
Customer Reviews
1 rating
Clear, brief, and accurate
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
A very clearly written book covering practically all topics of basic ethical theory. The pages are not large, and the print is not small - it will not bog you down. It can serve both as a text-book and as an aid to students preparing for tests in introductory ethics.
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