Pojman based these statements on john ladds ethical relativism. The problem of freedom of the will and determinism is one of the most intriguing and difficult in the whole area of philosophy. Integrating literature with philosophy in an innovative way, editor louis p. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, second edition, brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetytwo classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. Click here for more information this collection of classic and contemporary readings in ethics presents sharp, competing views on a wide range of fundamentally important topics. Spanning 2,500 years of thought, it is ideal for introduction to philosophy and history of philosophy courses. Environmental ethics, 7th edition presents the main issues in environmental ethics using a diverse set of readings arranged in dialogue format. By exploring both sides of every topic, this edition helps students. An introductory reader in ethics and literature brings together an extensive and varied collection of eightyfive classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. An act is right if and only if it results in as much good or utility as any available alternative rule utilitarianism. The idea that morality has five purposes, as presented in the essay on the nature and purpose of morality, can be used as an argument against relativism.
I gave this book 5 stars because it achieves what it sets out to achieve better than any other book that purports to do the same provide an introduction to ethics. Integrating literature with philosophy in an innovative way, the book uses literary works to enliven. Discovering right and wrong 8th edition by louis pojman et al at over 30 bookstores. Pojman was the author or editor of many books and articles click on books and articles. Ethics and its subdivisions 1 descriptive morality 2 moral philosophy ethical theory 3. Discovering right and wrong by pojman, louis p fieser, james and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. An introductory reader in ethics and literature brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetyone classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. Featuring new selections chosen by coeditor lewis vaughn, the third edition of louis p. Discovering right and wrong shows you how historys greatest thinkers have understood ethics and gives you the.
The seventh edition of this popular anthology features selections from contemporary authors as well as readings from classic writers, all chosen for their clarity and accessibility. Pojman ch 1 4 why study ethics we are studying no small. Discovering right and wrong, seventh edition louis p. We are studying no small thing, but how we ought to live. A practical companion to ethics, anthony weston, 2002, philosophy, 96 pages. The moral life an introductory reader in ethics and literature ethics across the professions.
An introductory reader in ethics and literature, sixth edition, brings together an extensive and varied collection of eightyeight classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, 2e, brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetytwo classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. A reader discussion and chapter questions and find moral philosophy. In the essay, louis pojman claims that morality has the following five purposes. Discovering right and wrong discussion and chapter questions and find ethics. The moral life an introductory reader in ethics and literature, louis p. Inventing right and wrong, whose work is discussed in chapters 3 and 12. Study ethics from a classic ethics text, written by one of contemporary philosophys most skilled teachers, louis p. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. If we look at ourselves, at our ability to deliberate and make moral choices, it seems obvious that we are free.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read moral philosophy. What do we deserve a reader on justice and desert, 1999. An act is right if and only if it is required by a rule that is a member of a set of rules whose acceptance would lead to a greater utility than. Ethics discovering right and wrong 8th edition rent. Environmental ethics readings in theory and application, louis p. Pojman talks about the concept of cultural relativism which can be identified with the diversity thesis. Pojmans book title is an intentional play on the title of ethicist j.
Integrating literature with philosophy in an innovative way, this unique anthology uses literary works to enliven and make concrete the. Mackie, who entitled his influential work on ethics ethics. Louis paul pojman april 22, 1935 october 15, 2005 was an american philosopher and professor, whose name is most recognized as the author of dozens of philosophy texts and anthologies, which continue to be used widely for educational purposes, and more than onehundred papers, which he read at some sixty universities around the world. Pojman 19352005 was professor of philosophy, united states military academy. Pojman two types of utilitarianism act utilitarianism. The moderate objectivism account of moral principles is based on the ethics of sir william david ross 18771940. Pdf on jan 1, 2012, derek turner and others published. Pojman and paul pojman article pdf available in teaching philosophy 354. Pojmans claim that morality has five purposes can be used as an argument against ethical relativism. Moderate objectivism adheres to basic notions of the natural law theory. New to this edition each chapter ends with further readings introduction. It has good coverage of a wide range of topics in ethics and metaethics, from both historical and contemporary sources. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, second edition, brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetytwo classical and contemporary.
Ross refers to these moderate objectivists accounts of moral principles as prima facie principles which are valid rules of action that one should generally adhere to but, in cases of moral. Pojman uses literary works to enliven and make concrete the ethical theory or applied issues addressed in. Louis was best known perhaps for presenting extremely balanced perspectives in his writings on a variety of some of the most controversial and challenging contemporary issues, including abortion, affirmative action and the death penalty. Ethics discovering right and wrong third edition louis p. Written by one of contemporary philosophys top teachers and revised by a best selling author, this textbook evenhandedly raises important ethical questions and challenges students to develop their own moral theories by applying them. Readings in theory and application, 6th edition, ed. This collection of classic and contemporary readings in ethics presents sharp, competing views on a wide range of fundamentally important topics.
Pojman has 42 books on goodreads with 3499 ratings. Pojman was known for his work in applied ethics and. Ethics refers to the whole domain of morality and moral philosophy both areas are connected by common concerns in different ways through. An oftendebated question in ethics is whether rule utilitarianism. Find environmental ethics by pojman, louis p at biblio. Use the link below to share a fulltext version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Written with pojmans hallmark engaging, conversational manner with strong supporting pedagogy, this book challenges students to develop their own moral theories and to reason through. Read ethical theory pdf classical and contemporary readings ebook by louis p. An introductory reader in ethics and literature by louis p. This book takes a very different view of ethics from my own. A practical companion to ethics, 2e, is a concise and accessible introduction to the basic attitudes and skills that make ethics work, like thinking for oneself, creative and. Rent the moral life an introductory reader in ethics and literature 5th edition 9780199950850 and save up to 80% on textbook rentals and 90% on used textbooks. Discovering right and wrong study guide questions and answers. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers.
Ideal for introductory ethics courses, the moral life. Discovering right and wrong, seventh edition, offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of the fundamental objectives and outlooks of ethical theory. Discovering right and wrong, 8e is a conversational and nondogmatic overview of ethical theory. Philosophers will note that the title of this book reflects a fundamental disagreement with j. Readings in theory and application 6th edition 2012 paul pojman, coeditor 1966 2012 the most comprehensive introduction to environmental ethics available, this book offers students a current look at the issues and topics that dominate the field today, seamlessly moving from theory to application. Metaethics in the twentieth century, moral realism and. The moral life an introductory reader in ethics and. Pojman is well known for putting together many anthologies on disparate branches of philosophical inquiry. Pojman and paul pojman find, read and cite all the research you need. Moral life pojman pdf 18 download 3b9d4819c4 the moral life utathe moral life an introductory in ethics and literature louis p pojman new york oxford. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws.
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