Ethical Theory

Author : Wilfrid J. Waluchow
Publisher : Broadview Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2003-03-27
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781460400845

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The Dimensions of Ethics by Wilfrid J. Waluchow Pdf

The Dimensions of Ethics offers 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.

Author : John Gerard Messerly
Publisher : University Press of Amer
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0819198234

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An Introduction to Ethical Theories by John Gerard Messerly Pdf

In this general introduction to ethical theory, Chapter I introduces the reader to philosophical thinking, philosophy's domain, the value of philosophy, and the nature of philosophical ethics. The second chapter examines various impediments to ethical theory including nihilism, determinism, skeptism, relativism, emotivism, egoism, and divine command theory. With these impediments surmounted the subsequent chapters focus on major ethical theories including natural law, virtue, contract, deontological, utilitarianism, existentialism, evolutionary, and feminist. Each chapter systematically presents, critiques, and assesses both classical and contemporary formulations of theory in language accessible to the uninitiated. The author neither dismisses nor advocates particular theories but gives them a fair hearing in a rational forum. The final chapter presents the author's own moral theory in a straightforward but non-dogmatic manner.

Author : C.D. Broad
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-03
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781317834021

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Five Types of Ethical Theory by C.D. Broad Pdf

In this book, Broad expounds and criticises five typical theories of ethics, viz. those of Spinoza, Butler, Hume, Kant and Sidgwick. This edition first published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : Jan Narveson
Publisher : Open Court
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2015-11-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780812699357

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This Is Ethical Theory by Jan Narveson Pdf

Ethical questions lie at the very heart of all philosophy, and no one is better equipped to untangle the many facets of ethical theory than respected thinker and professor Jan Narveson. Drawing from theoretical notions as well as everyday applications, Narveson simplifies these nuanced ideas for any beginning ethicist. Discussing theoretical elements ranging from intuitionism to naturalism, emotivism to metaethics, Narveson’s approach to this complex topic is one that any reader will find accessible.

Author : Professor of Philosophy David Copp,David Copp
Publisher : OUP USA
Page : 680 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2006-01-26
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780195147797

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The Oxford Handbook of Ethical Theory by Professor of Philosophy David Copp,David Copp Pdf

The Handbook is a comprehensive reference work in ethical theory consisting of commissioned articles by leading scholars. The first part treats meta-ethics and the second part normative ethical theory. As with all the Oxford Handbooks, the collection is designed to achieve three goals: exposition of central ideas, criticism of other approaches, and defenses of distinct points of view.

Author : Louis P. Pojman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 760 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Ethics
ISBN : UCSC:32106013305047

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Ethical Theory by Louis P. Pojman Pdf

This reader contains 72 classical and contemporary articles organized around 13 crucial issues in ethical theory: the nature of ethics, ethical relativism, ethical egoism and evolutionary ethics, value, utilitarianism, deontological ethics, virtue ethics, the fact/value problem, moral realism and skepticism, morality and self-interest, ethics and religion, justice, and rights. The articles are arranged within a coherent, teachable framework in which presentation of each problem progresses from the classical to the contemporary, usually treating it in a dialectic (pro and con) format.

Author : Mark Timmons
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-29
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780742564930

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Moral Theory by Mark Timmons Pdf

Moral Theory: An Introduction explores some of the most historically important and currently debated moral theories about the nature of the right and good. Providing an introduction to moral theory that explains and critically examines the theories of such classical moral philosophers as Aristotle, Aquinas, Kant, Bentham, Mill, and Ross, this book acquaints students with the work of contemporary moral philosophers. All of the book's chapters have been revised in light of recent work in moral theory. The second edition includes a new chapter on ethical egoism, an extensively revised chapter on moral particularism, and expanded coverage of divine command theory, moral relativism, and consequentialism. Additionally, this edition discusses recent work by moral psychologists that is making an impact on moral theory.

Author : Tim Chappell
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2014-12-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781317492658

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Ethics and Experience by Tim Chappell Pdf

"Ethics and Experience" presents a wide-ranging and thought-provoking introduction to the question famously posed by Socrates: How is life to be lived? 'An excellent primer for any student taking a course on moral philosophy, the book introduces ethics as a single and broadly unified field of inquiry in which we apply reason to try and solve Socrates' question. "Ethics and Experience "examines the major forms of ethical subjectivism and objectivism - including expressivism, error theory', naturalism, and intuitionism. The book lays out the detail of the most significant contemporary moral theories - including utilitarianism, virtue ethics, Kantianism, and contractarianism - and reconsiders these theories in the light of two questions that should perhaps be asked more often: Is moral theory, with its tendency to regiment ethical thought and experience, really the best way for us to apply reason to deciding how to live? And, might it not be more truly reasonable to look for less system and more insight?

Author : Russ Shafer-Landau
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 815 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2007-07-30
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781405133197

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Ethical Theory by Russ Shafer-Landau Pdf

In presenting this reader on ethical theory, Shafer-Landau (philosophy, U. of Wisconsin) has made sure to cover the standard topics of the day, consequentialism, deontology, contractarianism, and virtue ethics, but has also sought to include areas that are less common in sections on moral standing, moral responsibility, moral knowledge, and works that question the very possibility of systematic ethics. He also includes a section that discusses ethics and religion and another that examines prima facie duties and particularism. Rather than include critics' views following the various theoretical presentations, he has instead decided to include more works of allied thinkers in order to provide readers with a more nuanced view of the particular view in question. Selections from classic writers such as Aristotle, Thomas Hobbes, Immanuel Kant, and Plato are accompanied by more contemporary writings. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) -- Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, LLC.

Author : Hugh LaFollette,Ingmar Persson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-16
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781118514269

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The Blackwell Guide to Ethical Theory by Hugh LaFollette,Ingmar Persson Pdf

Building on the strengths of the highly successful firstedition, the extensively updated Blackwell Guide to EthicalTheory presents a complete state-of-the-art survey, written byan international team of leading moral philosophers. A new edition of this successful and highly regardedGuide, now reorganized and updated with the addition ofsignificant new material Includes 21 essays written by an international team of leadingphilosophers Extensive, substantive essays develop the main arguments of allthe leading viewpoints in ethical theory Essays new to this edition cover evolution and ethics,capability ethics, virtues and consequences, and the implausibilityof virtue ethics

Author : Howard J. Curzer
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 794 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Education
ISBN : UVA:X004323904

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Ethical Theory and Moral Problems by Howard J. Curzer Pdf

This text links ethics to actual moral issues giving equal coverage to theory and issues. Through introductions and discussion and essay questions, it demonstrates how ethical theory is relevant to students.

Author : Heimir Giersson,Margaret Holmgren
Publisher : Broadview Press
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2000-06-28
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1551112922

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Ethical Theory by Heimir Giersson,Margaret Holmgren Pdf

This anthology is designed for use as a brief introduction to ethical theory. Included are sections on various forms of ethical theory: Ethical Relativism; Divine Command Theory; Egoism; Consequentialism; Deontology; Justice; Virtue Ethics; and Feminist Ethics. Each section includes two or three of the most important and interesting contributions to the field, together with brief introductions by the editors. A final section, Theories in Practice, consists of five selections on the issues of abortion, world poverty, and affirmative action.

Author : Peter A. French,Theodore Edward Uehling,Howard K. Wettstein
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UOM:39015014453941

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Ethical Theory by Peter A. French,Theodore Edward Uehling,Howard K. Wettstein Pdf

Author : Norman E. Bowie
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-02-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781107120907

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Business Ethics: A Kantian Perspective by Norman E. Bowie Pdf

This book applies the latest studies on Kantian ethics to show how a business can maintain economic success and moral integrity.

Author : Gordon Graham
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Ethics
ISBN : 0415999464

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Theories of Ethics by Gordon Graham Pdf

Theories of Ethics offers a comprehensive survey of the major schools and figures in moral philosophy, from Socrates to the present day. Written entirely in non-technical language, it aims to be introductory without being elementary, so that readers may quickly engage with selected readings from classic sources. The writings of major philosophers are explained in a structured exploration of recurrently important issues about right and wrong, good and evil, social relations and religious meaning. This book is a radical revision of Gordon Grahamâe(tm)s Eight Theories of Ethics (Routledge 2004). A hallmark of the new edition is the incorporation of primary readings into the text itself, making the book suitable as a stand-alone publication for any ethics course or for anyone wanting to know the history and arguments or moral philosophy. Primary sources include extracts from Aristotle, Camus, Hume, Kant, Locke, Mill, Nietzsche, Plato, Reid, and Sartre, as well as Aldo Leopold and James Lovelock. The new edition also offers extended treatment of the objective/subjective debate, social contract theory, Nietzsche on morality, recent interpretations of Kant, the relation between morality and the existence of God, and a full chapter on environmental ethics.