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" The elements of moral philosophy / "
James Rachels ; Editions 5-8 by Stuart Rachels.
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872221
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Rachels, Stuart,1969-
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The elements of moral philosophy /\ James Rachels ; Editions 5-8 by Stuart Rachels.
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| Edition Statement
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Eighth edition.
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[Dubuque] :: McGraw-Hill Education,, [2015]
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xii, 209 pages ;; 22 cm
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0078119065
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: 1259416402
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: 9780078119064
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: 9781259416408
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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| Contents
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What is morality? -- The challenge of cultural relativism -- Subjectivism in ethics -- Does morality depend on religion? -- Ethical egoism -- The social contract theory -- The utilitarian approach -- The debate over utilitarianism -- Are there absolute moral rules? -- Kant and respect for persons -- Feminism and the ethics of care -- Virtue ethics -- What would a satisfactory moral theory be like?
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"A best-selling text for undergraduate courses in ethics. Thirteen thought-provoking chapters introduce readers to major moral concepts and theories in philosophy through clear, understandable explanations and compelling discussions."--
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Ethics, Textbooks.
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Ethics.
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Ethics.
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| Dewey Classification
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170
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BJ1012.R29 2015
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BJ 1012R223 2015
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Rachels, James,1941-2003.
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