John-Stewart Gordon

Morality and Justice (eBook, PDF)

An Introduction

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

This textbook is an essential primer for philosophy students embarking on their journey into the field of ethics and political philosophy. It is meticulously structured to unfold the rich tapestry of ethical discourse in a manner that is both profound and accessible to undergraduate and graduate students alike. Each chapter begins with a brief introduction, followed by an in-depth exploration of ethical concepts, and concludes with thought-provoking study questions and a curated list of further readings.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Springer International Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 137
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. September 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783031659805
• Artikelnr.: 72242246

Autorenporträt

John-Stewart Gordon is an associated member of the IZEW (International Center for Ethics in the Sciences and Humanities), University of Tübingen, a permanent visiting professor at Vytautas Magnus University, and an associated fellow at the Academy of International Affairs NRW.

Inhaltsangabe

Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Becoming Moral Agents: On the Personal Worldview Imperative
Chapter 3 A Feminist Personal Worldview Imperative
Chapter 4 Justification in Ethics: Desiring to Be Good and Ethical
Commendation
Chapter 5 Justification in Ethics
Chapter 6 On the Possibility of a Hierarchy of Moral Goods
Chapter 7 Michael Boylan on Religion and Ethics: An Appreciative
Theological Assessment
Chapter 8 Extinguishing Desire: Not a Simple Plan at All
Chapter 9 Diversity and the Common Body of Knowledge
Chapter 10 On Justice
Chapter 11 Justice in "A Just Society"
Chapter 12 Public Policy: Moving Toward Moral Cosmopolitanism
Chapter 13 Establishing Global Health Obligations Amid Ethical Diversity: A
Commentary on Boylan's "A Just Society"
Chapter 14 Ethics, Metaethics, Political Theory, and Policy: A Reply to My
Colleagues
Part 15 Definitions

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Chapter 1. Introduction to Ethics.- Chapter 2. Ethical Theories.- Chapter 3. Applied Ethics.- Chapter 4. Why Be Moral?.- Chapter 5. Remarks on the Origins of Justice.- Chapter 6. Justice or Equality?.- Chapter 7. On Human Rights.- Chapter 8. Free Will and Moral Responsibility.- Chapter 9. Philosophy Toolbox.