The Puzzle of Ethics

The Puzzle of Ethics
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 200
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ISBN-10 : 9781315502953
ISBN-13 : 131550295X
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Book Synopsis The Puzzle of Ethics by : Peter Vardy

Download or read book The Puzzle of Ethics written by Peter Vardy and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Published in 1994. Is there such a thing as right and wrong? Are some codes of behaviour more justified than others? Is it foolish to believe in moral principles? Is 'virtue' just a quaint Victorian term and does anyone care in any case? The Puzzle of Ethics tackles these formidable questions and many more in a clear and easy to understand manner without every becoming superficial. Throughout the approaches of major philosophers are explained and specific issues are addressed, including: Just War theory, situation ethics, abortion, euthanasia, as well as Buddhist, Hindu and Islamic ethics. This challenging book is of considerable relevance, dealing as it does with the central areas of ethical concern in today's world. It is the ideal introduction to the field for students.


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