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Ethics 101: From Altruism and Utilitarianism to Bioethics and Political Ethics, an Exploration of the Concepts of Right and Wrong

by Brian Boone
Ethics 101: From Altruism and Utilitarianism to Bioethics and Political Ethics, an Exploration of the Concepts of Right and Wrong
Ethics 101: From Altruism and Utilitarianism to Bioethics and Political Ethics, an Exploration of the Concepts of Right and Wrong

Navigating morality's labyrinth with engaging simplicity.

Ethics 101 is great if you're looking to dip your toes into the philosophical waters of right and wrong without the intimidation of dense academic jargon. You'll enjoy the way it simplifies complex theories and presents them in relatable contexts, making it not just an informative read, but an enjoyable one for anyone curious about the moral framework guiding our daily choices.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Ethics 101: From Altruism and Utilitarianism to Bioethics and Political Ethics, an Exploration of the Concepts of Right and Wrong

by Brian Boone
ISBN: 9781507204931
Authors: Brian Boone
Publisher: Adams Media
Date of Publication: 2017-11-07
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Politics, Philosophy
Related Topics: Society, Theory, History, Political Science, Politics
Goodreads rating: 3.82
(rated by 357 readers)

Description

Explore the mysteries of morality and the concept of right and wrong with this accessible, engaging guide featuring basic facts along with an overview of modern-day issues ranging from business ethics and bioethics to political and social ethics. Ethics 101 offers an exciting look into the history of moral principles that dictate human behavior. Unlike traditional textbooks that overwhelm, this easy-to-read guide presents the key concepts of ethics in fun, straightforward lessons and exercises featuring only the most important facts, theories, and ideas. Ethics 101 includes unique, accessible elements such as: - Explanations of the major moral philosophies including utilitarianism, deontology, virtue ethics, and eastern philosophers including Avicenna, Buddha, and Confucius. - Classic thought exercises including the trolley problem, the sorites paradox, and agency theory - Unique profiles of the greatest characters in moral philosophy - An explanation of modern applied ethics in bioethics, business ethics, political ethics, professional ethics, organizational ethics, and social ethics. From Plato to Jean-Paul Sartre and utilitarianism to antirealism, Ethics 101 is jam-packed with enlightening information that you can’t get anywhere else!
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Navigating morality's labyrinth with engaging simplicity.

Ethics 101 is great if you're looking to dip your toes into the philosophical waters of right and wrong without the intimidation of dense academic jargon. You'll enjoy the way it simplifies complex theories and presents them in relatable contexts, making it not just an informative read, but an enjoyable one for anyone curious about the moral framework guiding our daily choices.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.