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The premier political philosopher of his day, John Rawls, in three decades of teaching at Harvard, has had a profound influence on the way philosophical ethics is approached and understood today. This book brings together the lectures that inspired a generation of studentsand a regeneration of moral philosophy. It invites readers to learn from the most noted exemplars of modern moral philosophy with the inspired guidance of one of contemporary philosophy's most noteworthy practitioners and teachers.Central to Rawls's approach is the idea that respectful attention to the great texts of our tradition can lead to a fruitful exchange of ideas across the centuries. In this spirit, his book engages thinkers such as Leibniz, Hume, Kant, and Hegel as they struggle in brilliant and instructive ways to define the role of a moral conception in human life. The lectures delineate four basic types of moral reasoning: perfectionism, utilitarianism, intuitionism, andthe ultimate focus of Rawls's courseKantian constructivism. Comprising a superb course on the history of moral philosophy, they also afford unique insight into how John Rawls has transformed our view of this history.
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- Q: Who is the author of 'Lectures on the History of Moral Philosophy'? A: The author of 'Lectures on the History of Moral Philosophy' is John Rawls, a prominent political philosopher known for his influential teachings at Harvard.
- Q: What is the main topic of this book? A: 'Lectures on the History of Moral Philosophy' explores the evolution of moral philosophy, engaging with key thinkers such as Leibniz, Hume, Kant, and Hegel.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book has a total of 408 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of the book is a paperback.
- Q: When was 'Lectures on the History of Moral Philosophy' published? A: The book was published on November 15, 2000.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, the book is accessible for beginners as it presents foundational concepts in moral philosophy alongside Rawls's insights.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the First Paperback Edition of the book.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in good condition.
- Q: Does this book include any exercises or discussion questions? A: The book does not specifically include exercises or discussion questions; it primarily consists of lectures and philosophical discussions.
- Q: What are the four types of moral reasoning discussed in this book? A: The four types of moral reasoning discussed are perfectionism, utilitarianism, intuitionism, and Kantian constructivism.