Introduction to Ethical Theories: A Procedural Approach

Introduction to Ethical Theories: A Procedural Approach

In this accessible and enlightening work, Birsch introduces the main ethical theories in Western philosophy using a procedural approach that enables readers to make ethical evaluations of cases and issues. This novel treatment provides a well-rounded overview of each theoretical approach and attempts to refute the widely held opinion that there are no correct solutions to moral problems.<p> <i>Outstanding features:</i><p> Introduces each theory with a discussion of its philosophical starting point<p> Explains the reasoning and conclusions crucial to each theoretical approach<p> Discusses each theory's view of moral significance and moral equality<p> Develops an ethical procedure based on a theory's moral rules and principles<p> Applies the ethical procedure to two relevant cases, arriving at the correct, moral solution for that particular theory<p> Presents the strengths and weaknesses of each theory<p> Includes review questions and additional assignments for classroom discussions or homework<p> Provides a chapter-length discussion of the United Nations' human rights morality<p> Title of related interest also from Waveland Press: Pierce, <i>Morality Play: Case Studies in Ethics,</i> Second Edition (ISBN 9781478606727).