An Introduction to Moral Philosophy and Moral EducationTaylor & Francis, 09/07/2007 - 206 páginas This book presents and argues for a moral theory which draws on most of the major theoretical positions to some degree, but it also spells out the limits and boundaries of a moral theory. In doing so, it exposes a number of common confusions and misunderstandings about morality, and presents a strong argument for some indisputable truths in relation to the moral sphere. Divided into four parts, the book covers the key issues within moral philosophy:
While this book concentrates on argument and ideas, a commentary to each chapter provides historical context and contemporary reference points. It will prove an invaluable resource for students of both Education and Philosophy. |
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... society would be one that , among other things , ensured the full hap- piness of every individual . That is the ideal , and this view is to be contrasted with others such as the view that the perfect society would involve people ...
... society's laws , all its laws become effectively moral imperatives . This , too , is unconvincing . Even if we focus on society's laws , while it may be legally incumbent on one , prudent , socially commendable , or a good rule of thumb ...
... society that did succeed in bringing up all citizens in such a way that they always acted ' rightly ' would not have produced moral agents at all , but must either have indoctrinated or in some other way coerced , manipulated , or ...
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PARTI | 19 |
Some distinctions and some mistakes | 43 |
Rights and procedures | 58 |
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