Everyday Morality: An Introduction to Applied Ethics - Softcover

Martin, Mike W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0534097383 ISBN 13: 9780534097387

Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc, 1989

Synopsis

The book is aimed at courses that combine theory and applied (practical) ethics, with an emphasis on the practical topics of everyday interest. This book is an introduction to the philosophy of morality as it applies to practical moral needs. Moral character is explored in all its dimensions: virtues, vices, attitudes, emotions, commitments, and personal relationships, in addition to right and wrong conduct. The aim is to stimulate personal reflection and group dialogue, rather than offer solutions. It seeks to sharpen ideas which we use as tools in coping responsibly with our daily lives.

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Review

Preface. Part One: CHARACTER AND CONDUCT. 1. Morality and Self-Interest. 2. Theories of Right Action. 3. Theories of Virtue. Part Two: MULTICULTURAL ETHICS. 4. Diversity and Relativism. 5. Religious Ethics. 6. Feminism. 7. Race and Ethnic Identity. Part Three: LIFE AND DEATH. 8. Abortion. 9. Suicide and Euthanasia. 10. Animals. 11. Environment. 12. Terrorism and Evil. Part Four: MORAL AUTONOMY AND MENTAL HEALTH. 13. Self-Respect. 14. Self-Knowledge and Self-Deception. 15. Self-Control and Courage. 16. The Therapeutic Trend. 17. Drug Abuse. Part Five: SEXUAL MORALITY. 18. Sex and Love. 19. Homosexuality and Homophobia. 20. Pornography and Fantasy. 21. Marriage and Adultery. Part Six: COMMUNITY AND WEALTH. 22. Money. 23. Meaningful Work. 24. Computers and Community. 25. Community Service. Notes. Index.

About the Author

Mike W. Martin is Professor of Philosophy at Chapman University (Orange, California). He is the author of many articles in applied ethics, and he is author, coauthor, or editor of ten books, most recently FROM MORALITY TO MENTAL HEALTH: VIRTUE AND VICE IN A THERAPEUTIC CULTURE (from Oxford University Press).

Edition details

• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc
• Publication date: 1989
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0534097383
• ISBN 13: 9780534097387
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 352