On Consequentialism: A brief and critical analysis of the established arguments for and against

by Liam Rodgers

Overview

Essay from the year 2012 in the subject Philosophy - Philosophy of the 20th century, , course: EPQ, language: English, abstract: There is, in modern society, a general trend of antipathy regarding morality, leading to an acceptance of unconsidered egocentric utilitarianism. This essay sets out to combat blind consequentialism in its most esteemed form, in favour of a considered approach, regardless of perspective. The outcome is a brief analysis of the concepts and arguments in one of the most prominent debates in ethics, providing a concise evaluation of the key tenets of both sides.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783656334125
Publisher:	GRIN Verlag GmbH
Publication date:	01/01/2012
Sold by:	CIANDO
Format:	eBook
Pages:	20
File size:	441 KB