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Ancient ethical theories, based on the notions of virtue and happiness, have struck many as an attractive alternative to modern theories. But we cannot find out whether this is true until we understand ancient ethicsand to do this we need to examine the basic structure of ancient ethical theory, not just the details of one or two theories. In this book, Annas brings together the results of a wideranging study of ancient ethical philosophy and presents it in a way that is easily accessible to anyone with an interest in ancient or modern ethics. She examines the fundamental notions of happiness and virtue, the role of nature in ethical justification and the relation between concern for self and concern for others. Her careful examination of the ancient debates and arguments shows that many widespread assumptions about ancient ethics are quite mistaken. Ancient ethical theories are not egoistic, and do not depend for their acceptance on metaphysical theories of a teleological kind. Most centrally, they are recognizably theories of morality, and the ancient disputes about the place of virtue in happiness can be seen as akin to modern disputes about the demands of morality.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Morality of Happiness'? A: 'The Morality of Happiness' explores ancient ethical theories, particularly the connections between virtue and happiness, and how these ideas compare to modern ethical theories.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Morality of Happiness' is Julia Annas, a prominent philosopher in the field of ethics.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Morality of Happiness' was published on April 13, 1995.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Morality of Happiness' contain? A: The book consists of 512 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Morality of Happiness' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in philosophy? A: Yes, Julia Annas presents the concepts in an accessible manner, making it suitable for anyone interested in ancient or modern ethics.
- Q: Does the book discuss the relationship between virtue and happiness? A: Yes, the book extensively examines the relationship between virtue and happiness, comparing ancient and modern perspectives.
- Q: Are there any specific ethical theories covered in this book? A: While the book addresses various ancient ethical theories, it emphasizes the fundamental concepts rather than focusing on just one or two theories.
- Q: What are the key themes of 'The Morality of Happiness'? A: Key themes include the notions of virtue, happiness, ethical justification based on nature, and the balance between self-concern and concern for others.
- Q: Is 'The Morality of Happiness' a reprint edition? A: Yes, this edition of 'The Morality of Happiness' is a reprint.