Morality and Modernity by Ross Poole
Ross Poole displays the social content of the various conceptions of morality at work in contemporary society, and casts a strikingly fresh light on such fundamental problems as the place of reason in ethics, moral objectivity and the distinction between duty and virtue. The book provides a critical account of the moral theories of a number of major philosophers, including Kant, Marx, Nietzsche, Habermas, Rawls, Gewirth and MacIntyre. It also presents a systematic critique of three of the most significant responses to modernity: liberalism, nationalism and nihilism. It takes seriously the suggestion that men and women are subject to different conceptions of morality, and places the issue of gender at the centre of moral philosophy. Poole has written a valuable addition to the Ideas series.'Poole has written a remarkably insightful, lucid, and challenging book.. Important reading for professionals, students at all levels, and the educated public' - J.H. Riker, Colorado College
Ross Poole is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Macquarie University, Australia
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| ISBN 13 | 9780415036016 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415036011 |
| Title | Morality and Modernity |
| Author | Ross Poole |
| Series | Ideas |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 1991-06-13 |
| Number of pages | 212 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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