Men and Morals the Story of Ethics

By Isaac Woodbridge Riley and Woodbridge Riley

Book Overview

""Men and Morals: The Story of Ethics"" is a comprehensive exploration of the history of ethics, written by the renowned philosophers, James Harvey Robinson and Henry Woodbridge Riley. The book delves into the evolution of ethical thought and the development of moral codes in various cultures and civilizations, from ancient Greece and Rome to modern times. The authors examine the contributions of influential philosophers and thinkers, such as Aristotle, Kant, and Nietzsche, and explore the impact of religious and cultural beliefs on ethical principles. The book also addresses contemporary ethical issues, including the role of science in shaping our moral values and the challenges posed by globalization and multiculturalism. ""Men and Morals: The Story of Ethics"" is a thought-provoking and insightful read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of ethical thought.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: 1162639954
• ISBN13: 9781162639956
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 468 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"