HUMAN CONDUCT strives to motivate and challenge ethics students through the use of realistic dialogues that bring ethical dilemmas to life. An engaging narrative style (including fiction) and an extensive series of examples illustrate theories of right and wrong as this introductory text describes and critiques traditional and contemporary moral problems.
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Description and analysis of the main theories of ethics.,
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This review is from: Human Conduct: Problems of Ethics (Paperback)
The book endeavors to provide a clear description and critical analysis of the main theories of ethics in the Western world from ancient times to the present: e.g. Plato, Aristotle, Kant, Mill, and some contemporary writers, and theories such as Epicureanism, Stoicism, utilitarianism, egoism, and other theories of ethics. The views of Ayn Rand are discussed, and distinguished from more traditional forms of egoism. There are also chapters on ethics and law, punishment, moral responsibility, justice (in relation to mercy and forgiveness), and the application of ethical principles to international relations.
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Students Deserve Better,
This review is from: Human Conduct: Problems of Ethics (Paperback)
A pro-Ayn Rand screed, totally unsuitable as an introductory Ethics textbook. Hired at the last minute to replace another Ethics instructor, I was forced to teach from this book and consequently spent much of the semester apologizing for its biases and errors. Students deserve better than this grossly tendentious text.
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The book isn't quite so clear.,
By Tara Duncan (Greencastle, IN-Ivy Tech State College) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Human Conduct: Problems of Ethics (Paperback)
I am a student using this book. I find John Hospers book to be one-sided and narrow minded. It is not a useful source to teach or learn with. I have yet to learn anything from this book. I took this course to further my knowledge in problems of ethics and reasonable solutions to these problems, but haven't gained anything from his writings. It's sad because we have such an intelligent group of students and a knowledgable professor and I feel as though our talents are wasted.
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