2010, ISBN: 1444103512

[EAN: 9781444103519], Gebraucht, sehr guter Zustand, [SC: 4.04], [PU: John Murray Press, United Kingdom], MEL THOMPSON UNDERSTAND ETHICS TEACH YOURSELF, Is this the right book for me? An … More...

[EAN: 9781444103519], Gebraucht, sehr guter Zustand, [SC: 4.04], [PU: John Murray Press, United Kingdom], MEL THOMPSON UNDERSTAND ETHICS TEACH YOURSELF, Is this the right book for me? An accessible introduction to ethics Whether you're a student studying philosophy at any level, or simply want to gain a deeper understanding of this fascinating subject, Understand Ethics is an accessible introduction to all the key theories and thinkers. Fully updated, this latest edition includes contemporary examples and discussion of current debates including terrorism, genetics and the media, helping you to grasp how ethics applies to life today. Understand Ethics includes: Chapter 1: Introduction: the art of living What makes something moral? What is the point of ethics? What price integrity? Rights and responsibilities The art of living Chapter 2: Free to choose? What kind of freedom? Determinism Reductionism Freedom and the State How much freedom does morality need? Chapter 3: What do we mean? Three kinds of language Defining key terms Some theories 'Is' and 'ought' Chapter 4: Is it natural? Does it have a 'final cause'? Some features of 'natural law' How do you decide what is 'natural'? Applying 'natural law' Are we naturally good or bad? Evolution, change and the natural law Chapter 5: Looking for results Egoistic hedonism Utilitarianism Forms of utilitarianism General criticisms of utilitarianism Chapter 6: The experience of moral choice Conscience The categorical imperative The creative response Determined and yet free? . . Chapter 7: Personal development and virtue Altruism? Nietzsche Virtue ethics Existentialism Humankind, Marx and Freud Chapter 8: Law and order Society and moral choice In whose interest? Is equality possible? A social contract Crime and punishment Capital punishment In self-defence? Civil disobedience If Nietzsche were a civil servant. Chapter 9: Religion and moral values How are religion and morality related? The basis for religious ethics Religious values and society Should religious freedom be restricted? Chapter 10: Scepticism and relativism Philosophers or politicians? Situation ethics Relativism and moral absolutes Chapter 11: Applied ethics The natural environment Animal rights International issues War and peace Gender issues Sexual issues Some issues in medical ethics The beginning and end of life Business ethics Media issues Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features: Not got much time? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. Author insights Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. Test yourself Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. Extend your knowledge Extra online articles to give you a richer understanding of the subject. Five things to remember Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. Try this Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged., Books<

ISBN: 1444103512

Édition 2010, format Relié. Produit d'occasion. Ammareal est une entreprise éco-citoyenne. Édition 2010, format Relié. Produit d'occasion. Ammareal est une… More...

Édition 2010, format Relié. Produit d'occasion. Ammareal est une entreprise éco-citoyenne. Édition 2010, format Relié. Produit d'occasion. Ammareal est une entreprise éco-citoyenne. LIVRE D'OCCASION Understand Ethics: Teach Yourself Mel Thompson Bon état Légères traces d?usure sur la couverture. Edition 2010. Ammareal reverse jusqu?à 15% du prix net de ce livre à des organisations caritatives. Année d'édition2010 ÉditeurTeach Yourself FormatRelié EAN9781444103519 , Gut, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Auteur: Mel Thompson, Editeur: Teach Yourself, Année de publication: 2010, Format: Relié, EAN: 9781444103519<

2010, ISBN: 1444103512

[EAN: 9781444103519], Near Fine, [PU: Teach Yourself], Légères traces d'usure sur la couverture. Edition 2010. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de ce livre à des organisations car… More...

[EAN: 9781444103519], Near Fine, [PU: Teach Yourself], Légères traces d'usure sur la couverture. Edition 2010. Ammareal reverse jusqu'à 15% du prix net de ce livre à des organisations caritatives. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Book Condition: Used, Good. Slight signs of wear on the cover. Edition 2010. Ammareal gives back up to 15% of this book's net price to charity organizations., Books<

2010, ISBN: 9781444103519

paperback, Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book., Gebraucht, guter Zustand, [PU: Teach Yourself]