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Alasdair MacIntyre
ISBN 9781032449760
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A Short History of Ethics
Who it's for: students and general readers interested in moral reasoning
Alasdair MacIntyre's A Short History of Ethics offers a concise yet comprehensive survey of moral philosophy, tracing the development of ethical thought from ancient Greece to the contemporary era. It examines how historical contexts have influenced key ethical theories and the contributions of philosophers from Aristotle to Kant and beyond.Why You Should Read? Explores the historical evolution of moral philosophy from classical to modern times. Examines the influence of historical and cultural contexts on ethical theories. Authored by Alasdair MacIntyre, a significant contemporary philosopher in ethics. Provides foundational understanding for students and general readers interested in moral reasoning.
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- Surveys ethical thought from ancient Greece to modern times
- Examines historical and cultural influences on ethical theories
- Covers philosophers from Aristotle to Kant and beyond
- Authored by Alasdair MacIntyre, a significant contemporary philosopher
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Questions about this book
What is the scope of this book?
It surveys moral philosophy from ancient Greece to the contemporary era, covering key ethical theories and philosophers.
Who is the author?
Alasdair MacIntyre, a significant contemporary philosopher in ethics.
Does the book focus on specific philosophers?
Yes, it discusses contributions from philosophers such as Aristotle and Kant, among others.
What is the book's approach?
It examines how historical and cultural contexts have influenced ethical theories.