The Ethics of War

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The Ethics of War explores the moral principles and philosophical debates surrounding the justification and conduct of war. It delves into topics such as just war theory, the ethical dilemmas faced by soldiers and commanders, and the impact of war on societies and individuals. The book aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of how ethical frameworks can be applied in assessing the morality of warfare.
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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in the moral questions surrounding warfare and conflict. It offers a comprehensive exploration of the justifications and criticisms of war, engaging with philosophical perspectives to help understand ethical dilemmas in military contexts. Ideal for those intrigued by philosophical debate and ethical analysis.

The Ethics of War

The Ethics of War is an indispensable collection of essays addressing issues both timely and age-old about the nature and ethics of war.

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The Ethics of War is a much-needed anthology addressing issues both timely and age-old about the nature of war.

When is recourse to arms morally justifiable? What moral constraints should apply to military conduct? How can a lasting peace be achieved?

Over the past two and a half millennia, a substantive body of ethical reflection has emerged in response to these and similar questions. This volume offers a collection of essays by classic and medieval philosophers, as well as thinkers of the modern age.

Never before have such seminal texts on the ethics of war been gathered together in a single volume. The Ethics of War is an indispensable resource for philosophers, students, and general readers alike.

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This comprehensive collection is praised for bringing together key texts of the just war tradition, including some previously hard-to-find or newly translated works. It's lauded as an indispensable resource for individuals and departments in international affairs, ethics, and war studies. The superb editorial comments and scholarly analysis enhance its value, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the ethical issues surrounding warfare throughout history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405123785

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 May 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Contributors:

Edited by Gregory M. Reichberg
Edited by Henrik Syse
Edited by Endre Begby
Edited by Gregory M. Reichberg
Edited by Gregory M. Reichberg

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 1100g

Pages: 768

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About the Author

Gregory M. Reichberg is Senior Researcher at the International Peace Research Institute, Oslo (PRIO) where he heads the Institute’s Program on Ethics, Norms, and Identities. He is editor of The Classics of Western Philosophy: A Reader’s Guide (with Jorge J. E. Gracia and Bernard N. Schumacher, Blackwell 2003) and he has published numerous articles on the ethics of war and peace.

Henrik Syse is Senior Researcher associated with PRIO and the Ethics Program at the University of Oslo, and Head of Corporate Governance at Norges Bank Investment Management. He is the author of Natural Law, Religion, and Rights (2006).

Endre Begby is Fulbright Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Pittsburgh.