Ethics, Humans and Other Animals
Download or Read eBook Ethics, Humans and Other Animals PDF written by Rosalind Hursthouse and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Rosalind Hursthouse |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 279 |
Release | : 2013-02-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781135199234 |
ISBN-13 | : 113519923X |
Rating | : 4/5 (34 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Ethics, Humans and Other Animals by : Rosalind Hursthouse
Book excerpt: This introductory textbook is ideally suited to newcomers to philosophy and ethical problems. Rosalind Hursthouse carefully introduces the three standard approaches in current ethical theory: utilitarianism, rights, and virtue ethics. She links each chapter to readings from key exponents such as Peter Singer and Mary Midgley and asks students to think critically about these readings for themselves. Key features include clear activities and activities, chapter summaries and guides to further reading.