The Evolution of Morality, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): Being a History of the Development of Moral Culture: Being a History of the Development of Moral Culture (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

C. Staniland Wake

 
9781331047575: The Evolution of Morality, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): Being a History of the Development of Moral Culture: Being a History of the Development of Moral Culture (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book explores moral philosophy and how its principles can be applied to ethics. The author examines the origins of moral ideas and analyzes the different schools of thought on morality, including those that prioritize intuition and those that emphasize the consequences of actions. Comparing opposing viewpoints, the book finds common ground between them and argues that moral distinctions have an innate quality, while also recognizing the role of experience in informing our ethical choices. The author concludes that morality is an evolving concept shaped by social influences and external factors. These insights shed light on the complexities of human morality and provide a framework for understanding its historical development and future trajectory.

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