Understanding Ethics: An Introduction to Moral Theory by Torbjrn Tnnsj (English)

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Torbjrn Tnnsj presents 7 radically different moral theories utilitarianism, egoism, deontological ethics, the ethics of rights, virtue ethics, feminist ethics, environmental or ecological ethics each of which attempts to provide the ultimate answer to the question of what we ought to do and why.

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How can we find true or reasonable moral principles to live our everyday lives by? Torbjrn Tnnsj presents 7 radically different moral theories - utilitarianism, egoism, deontological ethics, the ethics of rights, virtue ethics, feminist ethics, environmental or ecological ethics - each of which attempts to provide the ultimate answer to the question of what we ought to do and why. He carefully describes each theory, showing how it works in practice using the 'trolley problem' thought experiments, critically assessing it and putting it into its historical perspective. This third edition contains a new section on population ethics in the chapter on utilitarianism, discusses the impact of recent findings in social psychology on virtue ethics and includes new, clearer applications of the trolley problem.

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3rd edition of the essential introduction to moral theory and philosophy.

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'With its readable style, broad coverage of different views, and well-integrated mix of ethical theory and practical ethical dilemmas, Understanding Ethics provides an ideal introduction to ethics for students everywhere. The revised edition makes an already excellent book even better.' Professor Peter Singer, Princeton UniversityPraise for the first edition:'An excellent book: it leads people into quite sophisticated issues with such clarity, and such good real-world cases, that it doesn't seem at all dry or "academic".' Professor Jonathan Glover, King's College, LondonAn introduction to moral theory for new students of ethicsHow can we find true or reasonable moral principles to live our everyday lives by? Torbjrn Tnnsj presents 7 radically different moral theories, each of which attempts to provide the ultimate answer to the question of what we ought to do and why. He carefully describes each theory, showing how it works in practice, critically assessing it and putting it into its historical perspective. Key features* Covers 7 moral theories: utilitarianism, egoism, deontological ethics, the ethics of rights, virtue ethics, feminist ethics, environmental or ecological ethics* Shows how each theory works in practice using the famous 'trolley problem' thought experiment* Looks at the influence of neuroscience and psychology on the formation of our moral intuitionsNew for the 3rd edition* A new section on population ethics has been added to the chapter on utilitarianism * Discusses the impact of recent findings in social psychology on virtue ethics* New, clearer applications of the trolley problemTorbjrn Tnnsj is Kristian Clason Professor of Practical Philosophy at Stockholm University.

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'With its readable style, broad coverage of different views, and well-integrated mix of ethical theory and practical ethical dilemmas, Understanding Ethics provides an ideal introduction to ethics for students everywhere. The revised edition makes an already excellent book even better.' Professor Peter Singer, Princeton UniversityPraise for the first edition:'An excellent book: it leads people into quite sophisticated issues with such clarity, and such good real-world cases, that it doesn't seem at all dry or "academic".' Professor Jonathan Glover, King's College, LondonAn introduction to moral theory for new students of ethicsHow can we find true or reasonable moral principles to live our everyday lives by? Torbj

Author Biography

Torbjorn Tannsjo is Kristian Claeson Professor of Practical Philosophy at Stockholm University.

Table of Contents

Preface 1. Practical and normative ethics 2. Utilitarianism 3. Egoism and contractualism 4. Deontological ethics 5. Moral rights 6. Virtue ethics 7. Feminist ethics 8. Environmental ethics 9. What are we to believe? Index.

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With its readable style, broad coverage of different views, and well-integrated mix of ethical theory and practical ethical dilemmas, Understanding Ethics provides an ideal introduction to ethics for students everywhere. The revised edition makes an already excellent book even better.-- "Peter Singer, Princeton University"

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With its readable style, broad coverage of different views, and well-integrated mix of ethical theory and practical ethical dilemmas, Understanding Ethics provides an ideal introduction to ethics for students everywhere. The revised edition makes an already excellent book even better.

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An introduction to moral theory for new students of ethics

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An introduction to moral theory for new students of ethics New for the 3rd edition A new section on population ethics has been added to the chapter on utilitarianism Discusses the impact of recent findings in social psychology on virtue ethics New, clearer applications of the trolley problem How can we find true or reasonable moral principles to live our everyday lives by? Torbjrn Tnnsj presents 7 radically different moral theories, each of which attempts to provide the ultimate answer to the question of what we ought to do and why. He carefully describes each theory, showing how it works in practice, critically assessing it and putting it into its historical perspective. Key features Covers 7 moral theories: utilitarianism, egoism, deontological ethics, the ethics of rights, virtue ethics, feminist ethics, environmental or ecological ethics Shows how each theory works in practice using the well-known 'trolley problem' thought experiment Looks at the influence of neuroscience and psychology on the formation of our moral intuitions About the Author Torbjrn Tnnsj is Kristian Clason Professor of Practical Philosophy at Stockholm University. More books by Torbjorn Tannsjo.

Details ISBN0748682252 Year 2013 ISBN-10 0748682252 ISBN-13 9780748682256 Media Book Publisher Edinburgh University Press Publication Date 2013-05-31 Format Paperback Language English DEWEY 170 UK Release Date 2013-05-31 Imprint Edinburgh University Press Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2013-05-31 Subtitle An Introduction to Moral Theory Edition 3rd Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 2013-08-27 Author Torbjrn Tnnsj Pages 168 Edition Description 3rd New edition Alternative 9780748682249 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this

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