The Concept Of Law In Ethics (1892)

By Ferdinand Courtney French

Book Overview

""The Concept of Law in Ethics"" is a book written by Ferdinand Courtney French in 1892. The book focuses on the relationship between law and ethics, exploring the different concepts and theories that underlie these two fields. French argues that law and ethics are closely interrelated, and that a proper understanding of one requires a thorough understanding of the other.The book begins by examining the historical development of legal and ethical thought, tracing the evolution of these concepts from ancient times to the present day. French then goes on to explore the various philosophical perspectives on law and ethics, including natural law, positivism, and legal realism. He also considers the role of morality in legal decision-making, and the ways in which legal and ethical principles can conflict.Throughout the book, French provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate his points, drawing on a wide range of legal and ethical issues from various fields. He also engages with the work of other prominent legal and ethical theorists, such as Jeremy Bentham, John Stuart Mill, and Immanuel Kant.Overall, ""The Concept of Law in Ethics"" offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the relationship between law and ethics, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in these fields.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: 054890328X
• ISBN13: 9780548903285
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"