Synopsis
Uncover the methods behind ethical thinking and how they guide everyday choices.
This concise, open-minded study surveys how ethical conclusions are reached, focusing on the reasoning process rather than delivering ready-made answers. It presents several methods, evaluates their strengths, and examines how they fit with daily life, politics, and social obligations. The author aims for clear, rational discussion that helps readers understand how ethics can be studied with impartial curiosity.
- Learn how different moral methods are developed and critiqued
- See how rational arguments support or challenge common sense in ethics
- Explore topics from benevolence and friendship to social rules and obligation
- Understand how theory evolves with criticism and historical context
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Published in 1874, Sidgwick's masterpiece argues the utilitarian approach to ethics and presents a systematic and historically sensitive approach to ethical research that influenced utilitarian philosophers well into the twentieth century. It remains a valuable introduction to the philosophy, practice and history of ethics. This reissue includes the 1877 supplement.
About the Author
Henry Sidgwick (May 31, 1838 - August 28,1900) was a professor, philosopher, writer and advocate for women's education. An analytical Utilitarian in his politics, as a philosopher he examined the principles of "ethical hedonism," human behavior and free will. He developed a reputation as an excellent teacher who treated students as equals and was also a member of the Metaphysical Society.
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