Ethics: Theory And Practice - Softcover

Thiroux, Jacques P.; Krasemann, Keith W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0132302136 ISBN 13: 9780132302135

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 2007

Synopsis

Well renowned and highly acclaimed, Ethics: Theory and Practice introduces readers with little or no background in philosophy or ethics to traditional and contemporary ethical theory using a clear, jargon-free style and a flexible organization. Discussing theories that readers can relate to their own life experiences, this Ninth Edition applies its material to various fields in the real world such as business, medicine, the environment, and the media. A host of examples and case studies illustrates for readers how to set up their own systematic, rational ethics and how to apply ethical theories to traditional and contemporary moral issues. For professionals with a career or interest in philosophy, ethics, psychology, and education.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this text shows students how to establish an ethical theory and how to apply it to a range of specific moral issues. Using many recent cases and examples, the text examines ethical problems in such areas as mercy killing, personal relations, business, sexuality, medicine, and the environment.

From the Back Cover:

Key Benefit: Using a clear, jargon-free style and a flexible organization, this book introduces readers with little or no background in philosophy or ethics to traditional and contemporary ethical theory. Key Topics: Through an abundance of examples and case studies, it shows them how to set up their own systematic, rational ethics and how to apply ethical theories to traditional and contemporary moral issues.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0132302136
• ISBN 13: 9780132302135
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 530