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How can we find true or reasonable moral principles to live our everyday lives by? Torbjrn Tnnsj presents 7 radically different moral theories utilitarianism, egoism, deontological ethics, the ethics of rights, virtue ethics, feminist ethics, environmental or ecological ethics each of which attempts to provide the ultimate answer to the question of what we ought to do and why. He carefully describes each theory, showing how it works in practice using the trolley problem thought experiments, critically assessing it and putting it into its historical perspective. This third edition contains a new section on population ethics in the chapter on utilitarianism, discusses the impact of recent findings in social psychology on virtue ethics and includes new, clearer applications of the trolley problem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Understanding Ethics'? A: 'Understanding Ethics' covers seven different moral theories including utilitarianism, egoism, deontological ethics, the ethics of rights, virtue ethics, feminist ethics, and environmental ethics.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Understanding Ethics'? A: The author of 'Understanding Ethics' is Torbjörn Tännsjö.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'Understanding Ethics' has a total of 168 pages.
- Q: Is 'Understanding Ethics' a new edition? A: Yes, this is the third edition of 'Understanding Ethics', published on May 21, 2013.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'Understanding Ethics' is available in paperback format.
- Q: Does the book include practical examples of ethical theories? A: Yes, the book includes practical examples, particularly using the 'trolley problem' thought experiments to illustrate each moral theory.
- Q: What is the significance of population ethics in this edition? A: This edition includes a new section on population ethics within the chapter on utilitarianism, expanding the discussion of ethical considerations.
- Q: Can I use this book for an ethics course? A: Yes, 'Understanding Ethics' is suitable for use in ethics courses, providing a comprehensive overview of various moral theories.
- Q: What makes this book different from other ethics textbooks? A: This book stands out due to its critical assessment of each ethical theory and its historical context, making it a thorough resource for understanding ethics.
- Q: Is there a discussion on modern psychological findings in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses the impact of recent findings in social psychology on virtue ethics, providing a contemporary perspective.