Reason and Value

R. Jay Wallace

ISBN 10: 0199297649 / ISBN 13: 9780199297641

Published by Oxford University Press, GB, 2006

About this Item

Reason and Value collects 15 new papers by leading contemporary philosophers on themes from the work of Joseph Raz. Raz has made major contributions in a wide range of areas, including jurisprudence, political philosophy, and the theory of practical reason; but all of his work displays a deep engagement with central themes in moral philosophy. The subtlety and power of Raz's reflections on ethical topics make his writings a fertile source for anyone working in this area. Especially significant are his explorations of the connections between practical reason and the theory of value, which constitute a sustained and penetrating treatment of a set of issues at the very center of moral philosophy as it is practiced today. The contributors to the volume acknowledge the importance of Raz's contributions by engaging critically with his positions and offering independent perspectives on the topics that he has addressed. The volume aims both to honour Raz's accomplishments in the area of ethical theorizing, and to contribute to an enhanced appreciation of the significance of his work for the subject.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Reason and Value
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, GB
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0199297649
• ISBN 13: 9780199297641
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 23.4W x 15.6H x 2.28D centimeters 23.4 centimeters width by 15.6 centimeters height by 2.28 centimeters depth
• Weight: 690 grams

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Synopsis

Reason and Value collects fifteen brand-new papers by leading contemporary philosophers on themes from the moral philosophy of Joseph Raz. The subtlety and power of Raz's reflections on ethical topics--including especially his explorations of the connections between practical reason and the theory of value--make his writings a fertile source for anyone working in this area. The volume honors Raz's accomplishments in the area of ethical theorizing, and will contribute to an enhanced appreciation of the significance of his work for the subject.

About the Author

R. Jay Wallace is affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley. Philip Pettit is affiliated with Princeton University. Samuel Scheffler is affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley. Michael Smith is affiliated with Princeton University.