
Moral Problems takes particular account of the needs of both teacher and student. It is not a compendium of ethical theories but a course book, providing the instructor, student, and general reader with a step-by-step introduction to the major ethical theories. For each topic...

Revised edition of a highly successful course on ethics, introducing the major texts in ethical theory, including extracts and questions for students. For Epicurus the avoidance of pain is more important than the acquisition of pleasure. In that case, why not advocate...

In this step-by-step introduction to the major ethical theories, this book aims to initiate the reader into the study of original texts. Over 20 extracts from primary source are provided, and each theory is clarified with an introduction and criticism. Exercises and essay questions...