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Being Good and Being Logical

Philosophical Groundwork for a New Deontic Logic
By James W. Forrester
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Being Good and Being Logical explores the challenges faced by traditional systems of deontic logic in representing normal moral reasoning. James W. Forrester introduces a new system intended to overcome these difficulties, offering a fresh perspective on how we understand obligations and ethical decision-making.
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This book is suitable for readers with an interest in philosophy, especially those focusing on ethics and logic, including academics and students seeking a critical discussion of deontic logic.

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This work represents an attempt to show that standard systems of deontic logic (taken as attempts to codify normal deontic reasoning) run into a number of difficulties. It also presents a new system of deontic logic and argues that it is free from the shortcomings of standard systems.

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This work represents an attempt to show that standard systems of deontic logic (taken as attempts to codify normal deontic reasoning) run into a number of difficulties.

It also presents a new system of deontic logic and argues that it is free from the shortcomings of standard systems.

When referencing the title, avoid putting Being Good and Being Logical in quotes or speech marks.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781563248801

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 1996

Country: United States

Imprint: Routledge

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 498g

Pages: 356

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