Morality and Moral Controversies: Readings in Moral, Social and Political Philosophy
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Morality and Moral Controversies provides students with the tools to understand the philosophical ideas that are shaping our world today.This comprehensive anthology includes classic and contemporary readings in moral theory and the most current applied ethics debates emphasizing international concerns. Through analyzing these readings such as Supreme Court decisions, students will grasp the scope of various philosophical discussions Supreme Court justices must have. Morality and Moral Controversies challenges readers to critically assess leading controversies in moral, social, and political philosophy.Learning GoalsUpon completing this book, readers will be able to: Understand philosophical ideas that are shaping our world today. Confront conflicts faced when given the choice of morality. Apply various philosophical ideas to politics, religion, economics, relationships, and medicine. Discuss basic philosophical arguments.Note: MySearchLab with eText does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab, please visit:www.mysearchlab.com or you can purchase a Valuepack of the text + MySearchLab (at no additional cost): ValuePack ISBN-10: 0205897843 / ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205897841
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THE THESIS
This anthology investigates the core question of how classical and contemporary philosophical frameworks can be applied to resolve modern moral, social, and political controversies. John Arthur and Steven Scalet, both established scholars in the field of ethics, curate a diverse collection of primary texts and legal documents to provide a rigorous foundation for ethical inquiry. The text utilizes a structured approach that balances foundational moral theory with practical, real-world applications, encouraging students to evaluate the logical consistency of competing viewpoints.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A comprehensive selection of classic and contemporary readings in moral theory.
- Analysis of Supreme Court decisions to illustrate the practical application of philosophical arguments in law.
- Examination of ethical dilemmas across diverse domains including medicine, religion, economics, and interpersonal relationships.
- A pedagogical framework designed to help readers identify and construct basic philosophical arguments.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The text is widely regarded as a standard academic resource for undergraduate philosophy courses due to its breadth and inclusion of both theoretical and applied ethics. Its systematic organization and focus on contemporary international concerns make it a reliable tool for students navigating complex moral debates.
Page Count:
672
Publication Date:
2012-11-21
Publisher:
Pearson Higher Education
ISBN-10:
0205526217
ISBN-13:
9780205526215
Philosophy
Social Philosophy
Political Philosophy
Ethics
Applied ethics
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