Ethical Contexts and Theoretical Issues by Santiago Sia

Ethical Contexts and Theoretical Issues by Santiago Sia

Ethics has become a particularly relevant topic for discussion and a subject for serious study. It has a very long tradition, of course; but nowadays one hears frequently of the need, because of abuses or concerns, to formulate and adopt ethical codes in various areas or professions. This book aims to make a philosophical contribution to the discussions and debates on the topic. Compared to the traditional approach to the philosophical study of ethics, however, this book adopts a different strategy. It shows that such ethical thinking, in the concrete particulars, originates in various academic and professional contexts, among others. But inasmuch as theoretical issues require wider and more intensive attention, it argues that ethical thinking needs to be pursued further and that it can be aided by philosophical investigations. In its concluding chapters the book presents an alternative foundation for ethical decision-making. Philosophically grounded, it moves away from an individualistic ethical perspective to a relational one that has been shaped through dialogue with the various contexts in which ethical think-ing arises.

An interesting, thoughtful and well-written book intended to create a better understanding of the field of Ethics and how Ethics is a vehicle that can smoothly move across a variety of disciplines, practices and professionsI would certainly use it in my teaching.Elaine Englehardt, Editor, Teaching Ethics, Distinguished Professor of EthicsUtah Valley University, USASantiago Sia's new book will be welcomed by practitioners in many areas, including the sciences and medicine. It has been some time in the making. I watched with interest as his thought evolved through engagement with real problems in medicine, radiology and indeed other areas. His approach is well-grounded in the heritage of western thought and fully alert to its various trends and schools. It provides and contextualizes real useful and timely advice. I strongly recommend it to those in the sciences or medicine who are perplexed by the ethical issues they daily encounter. A real addition to the literature. Jim Malone, Robert Boyle Professor of Medical Physics, Trinity College/St James' HospitalDublin, Ireland; Consultant to the IAEA, Vienna, Austria

Santiago Sia, currently Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy of Milltown Institute (a recognized college of the National University of Ireland), was previously Professor of Philosophy and Director of Ethical Studies at Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. In addition to his scholarly work, teaching and administrative work, he has also been recruited as consultant on ethical matters by a number of international organizations.

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ISBN 13	9781443817646
ISBN 10	1443817643
Title	Ethical Contexts and Theoretical Issues
Author	Santiago Sia
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Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Year published	2010-01-28
Number of pages	265
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