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Ethics for Dummies by Adam Potthast and Christopher Panza (2010, Trade Paperback)

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Ethics for Dummies, Paperback by Panza, Christopher; Potthast, Adam, ISBN 0470591714, ISBN-13 9780470591710, Brand New, Free shipping in the US Examines the controversial facets of ethical thought, explores the problem of evil, and demystifies the writings and theories of such great thinkers through the ages as Aristotle, Confucius, Descartes, Kant, and Nietzsche.

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An easy-to-grasp guide to addressing the principles of ethics and applying them to daily life How do you define "good" versus "evil?" Do you know the difference between moral "truth" and moral relativity? Whether or not you know Aristotle from Hume, Ethics For Dummies will get you comfortable with the centuries-old study of ethical philosophy quickly and effectively! Ethics For Dummies is a practical, friendly guide that takes the headache out of the often-confusing subject of ethics. In plain English, it examines the controversial facets of ethical thought, explores the problem of evil, demystifies the writings and theories of such great thinkers through the ages as Aristotle, Confucius, Descartes, Kant, Nietzsche, and so much more. Provides the tools to tackle and understand today's important questions and ethical dilemmas Shows you how to apply the concepts and theories of ethical philosophy to your everyday life Other title by Panza: Existentialism For Dummies Whether you're currently enrolled in an ethics course or are interested in living a good life but are vexed with ethical complexities, Ethics For Dummies has you covered!

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Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
0470591714
ISBN-13
9780470591710
eBay Product ID (ePID)
102804422

Product Key Features

Book Title
Ethics for Dummies
Author
Adam Potthast, Christopher Panza
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Ethics & Moral Philosophy, Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects
Publication Year
2010
Genre
Education, Philosophy
Number of Pages
384 Pages

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Item Length
9in
Item Height
1.1in
Item Width
7.2in
Item Weight
17.6 Oz

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Lc Classification Number
Bj1012
Table of Content
Introduction 1 Part I: Ethics 101: Just the Basics, Please 7 Chapter 1: Approaching Ethics: What Is It and Why Should You Care? 9 Chapter 2: Butting Heads: Is Ethics Just a Matter of Opinion? 19 Part II: Uncovering the Roots of Ethics 35 Chapter 3: Human Nature and Ethics: Two Big Questions 37 Chapter 4: Exploring Connections between Ethics, Religion, and Science 55 Chapter 5: Seeing Ethics as Harmful: Three Famous Criticisms 73 Part III: Surveying Key Ethical Theories 93 Chapter 6: Being an Excellent Person: Virtue Ethics 95 Chapter 7: Increasing the Good: Utilitarian Ethics 121 Chapter 8: Doing Your Duty: The Ethics of Principle 143 Chapter 9: Signing on the Dotted Line: Ethics as Contract 171 Chapter 10: The Golden Rule: Common Sense Ethics 187 Chapter 11: Turning Down the Testosterone: Feminist Care Ethics 207 Part IV: Applying Ethics to Real Life 227 Chapter 12: Dealing with Mad Scientists: Biomedical Ethics 229 Chapter 13: Protecting the Habitat: Environmental Ethics 247 Chapter 14: Serving the Public: Professional Ethics 269 Chapter 15: Keeping the Peace: Ethics and Human Rights 281 Chapter 16: Getting It On: The Ethics of Sex 299 Chapter 17: Looking Out for the Little Guy: Ethics and Animals 313 Part V: The Part of Tens 329 Chapter 18: Ten Famous Ethicists and Their Theories 331 Chapter 19: Ten Ethical Dilemmas Likely to Arise in the Future 337 Index 343
Copyright Date
2010
Lccn
2010-926828
Dewey Decimal
170
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes

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Good book. I haven't read it through yet. Keeps my interest. Thank you.
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