Social Ethics: Morality and Social Policy - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0070401330 ISBN 13 : 9780070401334

Editeur : McGraw-Hill Inc.,US, 1992

Synopsis

44 essays explore 11 contemporary moral issues. Opposing viewpoints are juxtaposed to encourage students to develop a critical awareness of various arguments. The book also includes legal decisions (Webster/abortion; Cruzan/euthanasia) to illustrate how morality affects social policy.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

With an assortment of readings and perspectives from some of the most respected thinkers of our time, Social Ethics: Morality and Social Policy provides a balanced, engaging introduction to today’s most pressing social and moral problems. This highly popular anthology illuminates the issues at the heart of each contemporary problem and encourages critical, fair-minded examination of varying viewpoints—all presented in the words of those who embrace them. Helpful editorial features include substantial chapter introductions, a summary preceding each selection, discussion questions, and bibliographies for further reading.

Biographie de l'auteur

Thomas A. Mappes holds a B.S. in chemistry from the University of Dayton and a Ph.D. in philosophy from Georgetown University. He is professor of philosophy at Frostburg State University, where he has taught since 1973. He is the coeditor (with Jane S. Zembaty) of Social Ethics: Morality and Social Policy (McGraw-Hill, 4/e, 1992) and his published work appears in journals such as American Philosophical Quarterly and Kennedy Institute of Ethics Journal. In 1985, the Frostburg State University Foundation presented him with the Faculty Achievement Award for Teaching.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
• Date d'édition: 1992
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0070401330
• ISBN 13: 9780070401334
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 4
• Nombre de pages: 544
• Éditeur: Mappes Thomas A., Zembaty Janes S.
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible