Moral theory : an introduction / Mark Timmons.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

An introduction to moral theory -- Divine command theory -- Moral relativism -- Natural law theory -- Consequentialism 1: classical utilitarianism -- Consequentialism 2: contemporary developments -- Ethical egoism -- Kant's moral theory -- Moral pluralism -- Virtue ethics -- Moral particularism -- Conclusion.

Moral Theory: An Introduction explores some of the most historically important and currently debated moral theories about the nature of the right and good. Providing an introduction to moral theory that explains and critically examines the theories of such classical moral philosophers as Aristotle, Aquinas, Kant, Bentham, Mill, and Ross, this book acquaints students with the work of contemporary moral philosophers. All of the book's chapters have been revised in light of recent work in moral theory. The second edition inc.

Print version record.

eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - Worldwide