An Introduction to Ethics
Originally published in 1966, this introduction to moral philosophy examines the philosophical basis of moral problems and considers some of the crucial arguments that attempt to define or dispense with a moral justification of events. Some of the questions discussed are whether moral rules are justified and whether there is any positive evidence that man has free will.

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An Introduction to Ethics
Originally published in 1966, this introduction to moral philosophy examines the philosophical basis of moral problems and considers some of the crucial arguments that attempt to define or dispense with a moral justification of events. Some of the questions discussed are whether moral rules are justified and whether there is any positive evidence that man has free will.

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An Introduction to Ethics

An Introduction to Ethics

by J. D. Mabbott
An Introduction to Ethics

An Introduction to Ethics

by J. D. Mabbott

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Originally published in 1966, this introduction to moral philosophy examines the philosophical basis of moral problems and considers some of the crucial arguments that attempt to define or dispense with a moral justification of events. Some of the questions discussed are whether moral rules are justified and whether there is any positive evidence that man has free will.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780367509149
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication date: 07/31/2020
Series: Routledge Library Editions: Ethics
Pages: 162
Product dimensions: 6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

J. D. Mabbott was President of St. John's College, Oxford.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Pleasure Utilitarianism 3. Ideal Utilitarianism 4. Moral Rules 5. Right, Ought, and Duty 6. The Duty to Think 7. Variations in Moral Belief 8. The Emotive theory 9. Subjectivism and Objectivism 10. Freedom of Choice 11. Punishment 12. Rights and Duties 13. Conclusion

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