This Is Ethical Theory

Author : John Gerard Messerly
Publisher : University Press of Amer
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 43,7 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 : Jan Narveson
Publisher : Open Court
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 43,5 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 : Wilfrid J. Waluchow
Publisher : Broadview Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 53,8 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 : Professor of Philosophy David Copp,David Copp
Publisher : OUP USA
Page : 680 pages
File Size : 49,6 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 : C.D. Broad
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 55,8 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 : Anonim
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UOM:39015062568616

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Why It's Hard to be Good by Anonim Pdf

Why Itâ¬"s Hard to Be Good by Donald Palmer is a text for Ethical Theory and Ethical Problems courses and is ideal for instructors using primary source readings. Through the use of cartoons and humor Palmer makes the study of ethics easier!

Author : Andrew Kernohan
Publisher : Broadview Press
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-14
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781554814411

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Ethical Reasoning: Theory and Application by Andrew Kernohan Pdf

The philosophical tradition has given rise to many competing moral theories. Virtue ethics encourages the flourishing of the person, theories of justice and rights tell us to act according to principles, and consequentialist theories advise that we seek to bring about good ends. These varied theories highlight the morally relevant features of the problems that we encounter both in everyday personal interactions and on a broader social scale. When used together, they allow us to address moral conflicts by balancing a plurality of reasons in order to reach nuanced ethical decisions. In Ethical Reasoning: Theory and Application, Andrew Kernohan guides the reader through the basics of these moral theories, showing their strengths and weaknesses and emphasizing the ways in which competing moral reasons can be collectively employed to guide decision-making. Throughout, the focus is on practical applications and on how each theory can play a role in solving problems and addressing issues. Numerous questions and exercises are provided to encourage active reflection and retention of information.

Author : Douglas Birsch
Publisher : Waveland Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2022-12-08
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781478650782

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Introduction to Ethical Theories by Douglas Birsch Pdf

In this accessible and instructive work, Birsch introduces the main ethical theories in Western philosophy using a procedural approach that enables readers to make justified ethical evaluations of cases and issues. This novel treatment provides a well-rounded overview of each theoretical approach and attempts to refute the widely held opinion that there are no justified or correct solutions to moral problems. Outstanding features: • Introduces each ethical theory with a discussion of its philosophical starting point • Explains the reasoning and conclusions crucial to each theoretical approach • Discusses each ethical theory’s view of moral significance and moral equality • Develops an ethical procedure based on an ethical theory’s moral rules and principles then applies the procedure to relevant cases, resulting in justified or correct moral solutions for that particular ethical theory • Presents the strengths and weaknesses of each ethical theory • Provides a discussion of the United Nations human rights morality and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights • Includes review questions and additional assignments for further exploration and application of ethical theories

Author : Heimir Geirsson,Margaret R. Holmgren
Publisher : Broadview Press
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-17
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781554813988

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Ethical Theory: A Concise Anthology - Third Edition by Heimir Geirsson,Margaret R. Holmgren Pdf

This concise anthology collects important historical and contemporary readings on the central ethical theories, including Divine Command Theory, Consequentialism, Deontology, Virtue Ethics, and Feminist Ethics. Each section includes two or three of the most important contributions to the field, together with brief introductions from the editors. This new third edition offers expanded coverage of meta-ethics through the addition of thought-provoking readings from Susan Wolf, Gilbert Harman, and others. The number of selections from women authors has also increased.

Author : Richard B. Brandt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1959
Category : Ethics
ISBN : UCAL:B3423294

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Ethical Theory by Richard B. Brandt Pdf

Author : Louis P. Pojman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 760 pages
File Size : 44,8 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 : Steven M. Cahn,Joram Graf Haber
Publisher : Pearson
Page : 740 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : STANFORD:36105016226578

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Twentieth Century Ethical Theory by Steven M. Cahn,Joram Graf Haber Pdf

This text is appropriate for Ethics and Moral theory courses. A compilation of many of the most influential and provocative papers in twentieth-century ethical theory, this new book is chronologically organized. Presenting the complete texts of all these readings, the book also includes selections from certain major books of the period where appropriate.

Author : Douglas Birsch
Publisher : Waveland Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-06
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781478611554

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Introduction to Ethical Theories by Douglas Birsch Pdf

In this accessible and enlightening work, Birsch introduces the main ethical theories in Western philosophy using a procedural approach that enables readers to make ethical evaluations of cases and issues. This novel treatment provides a well-rounded overview of each theoretical approach and attempts to refute the widely held opinion that there are no correct solutions to moral problems.

Author : Mel Thompson
Publisher : Access for Students
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-25
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1797960156

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Ethical Theory: Access for Students Series by Mel Thompson Pdf

This 4th edition of the best-selling introduction to Ethical Theory (originally published by Hodder Education) provides a solid grounding in the subject for those wanting to understand the various ethical theories and how they may be applied to moral issues. As well as introducing utilitarianism, Kantian ethics, Natural Law and other theories, it considers the relationship between ethics and religion and also gives advice on putting together sound and persuasive moral arguments. Written in an accessible style, the text is broken up by boxes introducing key thinkers, quotes and ideas, and each chapter ends with a revision checklist and questions for discussion.

Author : Gerald Jones,Daniel Cardinal,Jeremy Hayward
Publisher : Hodder Arnold
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Education
ISBN : 0340888059

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Moral Philosophy by Gerald Jones,Daniel Cardinal,Jeremy Hayward Pdf

An accessible, student-centred guide to the key ideas in moral philosophy. Suitable for both A Level and undergraduate study. This book provides an accessible, readable, student-centred guide to moral philosophy. Through lucid explanation, careful use of modern examples and engaging activities it leads students towards deeper understanding of all the key issues in the study of ethics. Key features include: - a clear overview of the key ideas in moral philosophy, including detailed examination of the prescribed areas of study: meta-ethics, prescriptive ethics and applied ethics - application of those ideas to the contemporary issues of abortion, euthanasia and animal rights - imaginative tasks and activities to stimulate thought and explore ethical ideas in an engaging and motivating way - key quotes from the significant writers, and interesting examples of ethical debate in film and literature - a critical analysis of the various ethical theories - end-of-chapter key point summaries covering what readers need to know to answer exam questions on moral philosophy and ethics - an extensive glossary of key words and ideas - thorough referencing to enable students to follow up key ideas and quotes in independent study.