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Ethical Theory

An Anthology
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Ethical Theory offers a deep dive into the fundamental principles behind ethical decision-making and moral reasoning, examining various philosophical approaches throughout history. It explores contrasting views on ethics, from utilitarianism to deontological ethics, and considers how these theories apply to real-world situations. Designed for both students and enthusiasts in philosophy and psychology, it encourages readers to critically engage with the moral dilemmas we face today.
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This book may appeal to you if you are intrigued by discussions around moral philosophies and the principles that guide human action and decision-making. It offers an in-depth exploration of ethical frameworks and is perfect for those who enjoy contemplating the nuanced challenges at the intersection of theory, morality, and human behaviour. Whether you are a student, a philosopher, or simply someone interested in ethics, it provides a thorough grounding in the concepts that shape how we perceive right and wrong.

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Ethical Theory

Ethical Theory: An Anthology, 2nd Edition, is an authoritative collection of key essays by top scholars in the field, addressing core issues including consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics, as well as traditionally underrepresented topics such as moral knowledge and moral responsibility.

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The second edition of Ethical Theory: An Anthology features a comprehensive collection of more than 80 essays from classic and contemporary philosophers that address questions at the heart of moral philosophy.

  • Brings together 82 classic and contemporary pieces by renowned philosophers, from seminal works by Hume and Kant to contemporary views by Derek Parfit, Susan Wolf, Judith Jarvis Thomson, and many more.
  • Features updates and the inclusion of a new section on feminist ethics, along with a general introduction and section introductions by Russ Shafer-Landau.
  • Guides readers through key areas in ethical theory including consequentialism, deontology, contractarianism, and virtue ethics.
  • Includes underrepresented topics such as moral knowledge, moral standing, moral responsibility, and ethical particularism.

Series: Blackwell Philosophy Anthologies

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780470671603

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 2nd edition

Contributors:

  • Edited by Russ Shafer-Landau

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 1374g

Pages: 816

About the Author

Russ Shafer-Landau is Department Chair and Professor of Philosophy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His previous publications include The Foundations of Ethics: An Anthology (2006, with Terence Cuneo) and Moral Realism: A Defense (2003). He also the editor of Oxford Studies in Metaethics.

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