Modern Ethics in 77 Arguments: A Stone Reader

ISBN 10: 1631492985 / ISBN 13: 9781631492983

Editore: Liveright, 2017

This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps. Codice articolo 4EKGRJ0088D8_ns

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The New York TimesThe Stone ReaderNew York TimesModern Ethics in 77 ArgumentsWhat is the meaning of our existence? Should we really do what we love ? How should we respond to evil? Is pure altruism possible?Can we have a moral life without God? Does it really matter if God exists? Is patriotism moral?Should we be the last generation, knowing all the harm we ve done to our planet? Should we embrace our inner carnivores, or swear off all animal products?The editors have meticulously arranged this book to reflect a wide range of perspectives, voices and rhetorical strategies. By directly addressing some of the most complex and troubling issues we face today racial discrimination, economic inequality, immigration, citizenship and more the volume reveals the profound power of ethics in shaping our perceptions of nearly every aspect of our lives.Modern Ethics in 77 ArgumentsThe Stone ReaderIncluding…The Meaningfulness of LivesA Life Beyond Do What You Love Evolution and our Inner ConflictMorals Without God?Does It Matter Whether God Exists?The Moral Hazard of DronesCan Refugees Have Human Rights?Dear White AmericaGirlfriend, Mother, Professor?The End of Marriage When Vegans Won t CompromiseShould This Be the Last Generation?

Informazioni sull?autore: Peter Catapano has been an opinion editor at The New York Times since 2005, where he has developed and edited several online series, including The Stone, Home Fires-which featured writing by US military veterans-and Anxiety, a multidimensional exploration of panic, worry and fear. He was recognized for his work in pioneering blogs and series for The New York Times with a Publisher's Award in 2008. Simon Critchley is a best-selling author and the Hans Jonas Professor at the New School for Social Research. His books include Very Little...Almost Nothing, Infinitely Demanding, The Book of Dead Philosophers, The Faith of the Faithless, Bowie, Memory Theatre and Suicide.

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Titolo: Modern Ethics in 77 Arguments: A Stone Reader
Casa editrice: Liveright
Data di pubblicazione: 2017
Legatura: Rilegato
Condizione: acceptable