Ethics in practice : an anthology

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Title:

Author:

LaFollette, Hugh, 1948- editor of compilation.

ISBN:

9780470671832

Edition:

Fourth Edition.

Physical Description:

xv, 684 pages ; 25 cm

Series:

Blackwell philosophy anthologies ; 38

Blackwell philosophy anthologies ; 38.

Contents:

Pt. I. Ethical theory -- Pt. II. Life and death : Euthanasia ; Abortion ; Animals -- Pt. III. The personal life : Family and sexuality ; Biomedical technologies -- Pt. IV. Liberty and equality : Paternalism and risk ; Sexual and racial discrimination ; Affirmative action -- Pt. V. Justice : Punishment ; Economic justice ; World hunger ; Environment ; War, terrorism, and reconciliation.

Abstract:

A collection of 70 new, revised, and classic essays covering 13 key ethical issues. Through the careful selection of essays, thoughtful organization of the sections, and helpful introductions, this book brings together a collection that integrates ethical theory with the discussion of practical ethical issues.

Subject Term:

Applied ethics.

Ethical problems.

Added Author:

LaFollette, Hugh, 1948-

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The fourth edition of Ethics in Practice offers an impressive collection of 70 new, revised, and classic essays covering 13 key ethical issues. Essays integrate ethical theory and the discussion of practical moral problems into a text that is ideal for introductory and applied ethics courses.

A fully updated and revised edition of this authoritative anthology of classic and contemporary essays covering a wide range of ethical and moral issues Integrates ethical theory with discussions of practical moral problems, and includes three essays on theory written specifically for this volume Nearly half of the essays are written or revised exclusively for this anthology, which now also features eleven essays new to this edition, as well as expanded sections discussing theory, reproductive technologies, war and terrorism, and animals Content allows teachers to discuss discrete practical issues (e.g., euthanasia), focus on the broader grouping of topics (e.g., life and death), or focus on common themes which bridge sections (sexism, moral standing, individualism and community) Section introductions not only outline the basic issues discussed in the essays, but relate them to theoretical perspectives and practical issues discussed elsewhere in the book. Guides students with supporting introductory essays on reading philosophy, theorizing about ethics, writing a philosophy paper, and a supporting web site at www.hughlafollette.com/eip4/