Human Happiness and Morality: A Brief Introduction to Ethics

by Robert F. Almeder

Book Overview

What makes a right act right? Why should I be moral? What is human happiness and how do I attain it? These questions are the foundations of ethics and they form the backdrop for all discussions of the subject. This work provides explanations of the ethical theories and traditions, and looks at the answers emerging from the three basic questions.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1573927597
• ISBN13: 9781573927598
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Prometheus Books
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.2" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

An excellent introduction to ethics and ethical issues.

Robert Almeder's Human Happiness And Morality provides an excellent introduction to ethics and ethical issues. From the elements necessary for a harmonious relationship and happiness to traditional pursuits of morality, this reveals some easy rules for simple living.