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Ethics: The Basics, 2nd Edition

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Ethics: The Basics, 2nd Edition by John Mizzoni offers an accessible introduction to the foundational concepts of ethics. It unpacks various ethical theories, evaluates their strengths and weaknesses, and places them in historical and cultural context. The book is designed to engage readers with practical examples and questions, providing a comprehensive overview of ethical principles and moral reasoning.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in exploring key ethical theories and how they apply to real-world dilemmas. Its straightforward approach makes complex concepts accessible, making it a great pick for both students and anyone curious about the foundational questions of morality and ethics.

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Updated and revised, Ethics: The Basics, Second Edition, introduces students to fundamental ethical concepts, principles, theories, and traditions while providing them with the conceptual tools necessary to think critically about ethical issues.

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Updated and revised, Ethics: The Basics, Second Edition, introduces students to fundamental ethical concepts, principles, theories, and traditions while providing them with the conceptual tools necessary to think critically about ethical issues.

This edition:

  • Introduces students to core philosophical problems in ethics in a uniquely reader-friendly manner.
  • Lays out clearly and simply a rich collection of ethical concepts, principles, theories, and traditions that are prevalent in todayโ€™s society.
  • Considers Western and non-Western viewpoints and religious interpretations of ethical principles.
  • Offers a framework for students to think about and navigate through an array of philosophical questions about ethics.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119150688

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 295g

Pages: 224

About the Author

John Mizzoni holds a PhD from Temple University, and is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Neumann college in Pennsylvania where he teaches a wide range of philosophy courses. A specialist in moral and environmental philosophy, he has over twenty publications in journals such The Journal of Philosophical Research, The International Journal of Applied Philosophy, Environmental Ethics, Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, The Philosopher's Magazine, Bridges: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Theology, Philosophy, History, and Science, The International Journal of the Humanities, Teaching Ethics and Environmental Philosophy. He is also a semi-professional musician.

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