Ethical theory : a concise anthology /

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Imprint:Peterborough, Ont. ; Orchard Park, NY : Broadview Press, c2000.
Description:vi, 392 p. ; 23 cm.
Language:English
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Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/4353707
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Other authors / contributors:Geirsson, Heimir.
Holmgren, Margaret R. (Margaret Reed), 1951-
ISBN:1551112922
Notes:Includes bibliographical references (p. [391]-392).
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Summary:This anthology is designed for use as a brief introduction to ethical theory. Included are sections on various forms of ethical theory: Ethical Relativism; Divine Command Theory; Egoism; Consequentialism; Deontology; Justice; Virtue Ethics; and Feminist Ethics. Each section includes two or three of the most important and interesting contributions to the field, together with brief introductions by the editors. A final section, Theories in Practice, consists of five selections on the issues of abortion, world poverty, and affirmative action.
Physical Description:vi, 392 p. ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (p. [391]-392).
ISBN:1551112922