Men and Morals the Story of Ethics

By Isaac Woodbridge Riley

Book Overview

""Men and Morals: The Story of Ethics"" is a comprehensive exploration of the history and evolution of ethical thought, written by historians and philosophers Howard Riley and Walter Woodbridge. The book traces the development of ethical ideas from ancient times to the present day, examining the contributions of major thinkers and schools of thought along the way. The authors explore topics such as the nature of morality, the role of reason in ethical decision-making, and the relationship between ethics and religion. They also delve into contemporary debates in ethics, such as the ethics of artificial intelligence and the impact of globalization on ethical values. With its engaging style and broad scope, ""Men and Morals"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of ethics.1929. Contents: The Pageant of Morals; Part One: The Dawn of Morals; Part Two: The Greek Schools; Part Three: Asiatic Systems; Part Four: Stoics and Epicureans; Part Five: Ecclesiastical Morals; Part Six: The Renaissance; Part Seven: The Enlightenment; Part Eight: Morals of Revolt; Part Nine: Idealism; and Part Ten: Modern Schools.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417913355
• ISBN13: 9781417913350
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 468 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"