A Short History of Ethics by Alasdair Macintyre
A Short History of Ethics has over the past thirty years become a key philosophical contribution to studies on morality and ethics. Alasdair MacIntyre writes a new preface for this second edition which looks at the book 'thirty years on' and considers its impact. A Short History of Ethics guides the reader through the history of moral philosophy from the Greeks to contemporary times. MacIntyre emphasises the importance of a historical context to moral concepts and ideas showing the relevance of philosophical queries on moral concepts and the importance of a historical account of ethics. A Short History of Ethics is an important contribution written by one of the most important living philosophers. Ideal for all philosophy students interested in ethics and morality.
'Very powerful.. this book is an impressive contribution to our endless argument about the meaning of ethical concepts.' -- The Observer
Alasdair MacIntyre is a University of Notre Dame philosophy research professor. After Virtue: A Study in Moral Theory, Third Edition (Notre Dame Press, 2007) and Three Rival Varieties of Moral Enquiry: Encyclopaedia, Genealogy, and Tradition (Notre Dame Press, 1990) are among his many works.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780415287494 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415287499 |
| Title | A Short History of Ethics |
| Author | Alasdair Macintyre |
| Series | Routledge Classics |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2002-05-09 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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