Author Description
Philippa Foot is one of the most original and widely respected philosophers of our time; her work has exerted a lasting influence on the development of moral philosophy. In tribute to her, twelve leading philosophers from both sides of the Atlantic have contributed essays exploring the various topics in moral philosophy to which she has made a distinctive contribution--virtue ethics, naturalism, non-cognitivism, relativism, categorical requirements, and the role of rationality in morality.
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THE THESIS
This collection investigates the enduring impact of Philippa Foot’s moral philosophy on contemporary ethical theory and the ongoing debates surrounding rationality and virtue. The volume features contributions from twelve prominent philosophers who analyze Foot’s specific interventions in moral discourse, including her critiques of non-cognitivism and her defense of naturalism. By examining her body of work, the authors provide a rigorous assessment of how her ideas continue to shape the landscape of modern moral inquiry.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Critical analysis of virtue ethics and its application in modern moral theory.
- Explorations of naturalism and the role of rationality in moral decision-making.
- Scholarly investigations into categorical requirements and the problem of relativism.
- Essays reflecting on the historical development of moral philosophy in the 20th century.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this volume as a significant contribution to the study of Philippa Foot’s philosophical legacy. Scholars frequently cite these essays as a foundational resource for understanding the nuances of her moral framework and its influence on contemporary ethical discourse.
Page Count:
368
Publication Date:
1998-06-25
Publisher:
Clarendon Press
ISBN-10:
0198237936
ISBN-13:
9780198237938
Philosophy
Moral Philosophy
Academic
Ethics
Essays
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