Ethics & Moral Philosophy 5

In "Knowing and Acting," John Alexander Smith presents a thought-provoking exploration of the interplay between knowledge and action in ethical decision-making. Written in a lucid style enriched wit……続きを見る

In "Old-Fashioned Ethics and Common-Sense Metaphysics," William Thomas Thornton presents a thoughtful examination of moral philosophy through a distinctly 19th-century lens. The book articulates a s……続きを見る

In "Beasts & Men," Jean de Boschère presents a compelling exploration of the intricate and often tumultuous relationship between humanity and the animal kingdom. This provocative work is framed with……続きを見る

In "The Labyrinth of the World and the Paradise of the Heart," Johan Amos Comenius offers a profound allegorical exploration of human existence through a rich tapestry of philosophical and theologic……続きを見る

In "Voltaire's Philosophical Dictionary," the esteemed Enlightenment thinker critiques and examines a range of philosophical topics, from religion and morality to science and government. Employing a……続きを見る

In "The Philosophy of Evolution," Stephen H. Carpenter meticulously explores the intricate interplay between philosophical inquiry and evolutionary biology. Carpenter adeptly navigates through compl……続きを見る

Annie Besant's "Evolution of Life and Form" presents a profound exploration of the intricate relationship between life and its manifestations within the universe. Utilizing a blend of scientific inq……続きを見る

In "Four Phases of Morals: Socrates, Aristotle, Christianity, Utilitarianism," John Stuart Blackie undertakes a comprehensive exploration of ethical thought, charting the evolution of morality from ……続きを見る

In "A World Without God," Annie Besant presents a compelling critique of dogmatic religion and an exploration of secular humanism. Written in a period marked by intense philosophical debate, Besant ……続きを見る

In "Crayon and Character: Truth Made Clear Through Eye and Ear," B. J. Griswold masterfully navigates the interstice of visual and auditory perception, presenting a compelling exploration of how art……続きを見る

Xenophon's 'The Memorabilia' is a profound work that intricately outlines the teachings and philosophies of Socrates, while simultaneously serving as a defense of his character amidst the political ……続きを見る

In "The Symposium," Xenophon presents a fascinating exploration of love, companionship, and social discourse through a series of lively conversations amongst notable figures of ancient Athens. Writt……続きを見る

This volume showcases new and interesting ways in which the possession of civic virtues can contribute to people’s abilities to engage in public life in meaningful ways. What is the role of civic vi……続きを見る

In "Lysis," Plato delves into the intricacies of friendship and love through a Socratic dialogue that unfolds in a philosophical and thought-provoking manner. Set in the Athenian context of the 4th ……続きを見る

In "Human Nature, and Other Sermons," Joseph Butler delves into the intricate dynamics of human morality, self-awareness, and the essence of our nature through a series of profound discourses. Compo……続きを見る

In 'Practical Essays,' Alexander Bain presents a collection of insightful writings that reflect his profound understanding of psychology, philosophy, and education. With a literary style that is bot……続きを見る

In "The Meaning of GoodーA Dialogue," G. Lowes Dickinson engages readers in a profound exploration of moral philosophy through a series of eloquent dialogues. Set in a classical style reminiscent of……続きを見る

In "The Sin and Danger of Self-Love," Robert Cushman delves into the intricate relationship between self-adoration and its psychological and spiritual ramifications. Set against the backdrop of earl……続きを見る

In "Three French Moralists and The Gallantry of France," Edmund Gosse delves into the rich tapestry of French literature, focusing on the moralist writers of the 17th century: La Rochefoucauld, La F……続きを見る

In "Moral Science; a Compendium of Ethics," Alexander Bain presents a comprehensive examination of ethical theories, interweaving empirical observation with philosophical inquiry. This seminal work ……続きを見る

In "Moral Philosophy: Ethics, Deontology and Natural Law," Joseph Rickaby presents a comprehensive examination of the fundamental principles of moral philosophy, weaving intricate discussions on eth……続きを見る

In "Thus Spoke Zarathustra," Friedrich Nietzsche artfully intertwines philosophy and prose within a lyrical narrative structure. This work embraces the character of Zarathustra, who descends from th……続きを見る

This book details the discovery and exploration of one of the major scientific revelations that has emerged from the field of experimental philosophyーi.e., that heritable personality traits often p……続きを見る

Traditionally, Sociology has identified its subject matter as a distinct set – social phenomena – that can be taken as quite different and largely disconnected from potentially relevant disciplines ……続きを見る

This book develops the foundations of an ethics of mind by investigating the responsibility that is presupposed by the requirements of rationality that govern our attitudes. It thereby connects the ……続きを見る

Explores contemporary expressions of these two genres, and their continuing relevance, in recent Hollywood films. Stanley Cavell's influential philosophical work on American cinema concerns itself w……続きを見る

This book has two main objectives. The first is to identify and adequately describe the phenomenon of empathy. This essentially means offering a strong, reasoned and accurate description of the phen……続きを見る

This book presents original research on the controversies surrounding animal sacrifice in South Asia through the lens of court cases. It focuses on the parties involved in these cases: on their disc……続きを見る

Based on a deliberative democracy, this book uses a hermeneutic-critical methodology to study bibliographical sources and practical issues in order to analyse the possibilities, limits and consequen……続きを見る

In this open access book, Timothy Aylsworth and Clinton Castro draw on the deep well of Kantian ethics to argue that we have moral duties, both to ourselves and to others, to protect our autonomy fr……続きを見る