Ethics And Moral Science (1905)

By Lucien Lévy-Bruhl, Lee Elizabeth, L. Levy-Bruhl

Book Overview

Ethics and Moral Science is a philosophical work written by the French philosopher, Lucien Levy-Bruhl, in 1905. The book explores the nature of ethics and morality, as well as their relationship to science and reason. Levy-Bruhl argues that ethics and morality are not simply matters of individual choice or opinion, but are rooted in the social and cultural contexts in which they arise.The book is divided into three main sections. The first section provides an overview of the history of moral philosophy, from ancient Greece to the modern era. The second section explores the nature of ethics and morality, and how they relate to science and reason. Levy-Bruhl argues that ethics and morality are not simply matters of individual choice or opinion, but are rooted in the social and cultural contexts in which they arise.In the third section of the book, Levy-Bruhl examines the role of religion in ethics and morality. He argues that religion plays a crucial role in shaping our moral values and beliefs, and that it provides a framework for understanding the nature of good and evil.Overall, Ethics and Moral Science is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the nature of ethics and morality, and their relationship to science, reason, and religion. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, or moral theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436557097
• ISBN13: 9781436557092
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"