The Theory and Practice of Autonomy (Cambridge Studies in Philosophy)

Dworkin, Gerald

ISBN 10: 0521357675 / ISBN 13: 9780521357678

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1988

About this Item

This book develops a new concept of autonomy which has emerged as central to contemporary moral and political philosophy, particularly in the area of applied ethics. It uses the concept to analyze practical moral issues such as proxy consent in medicine, paternalism and entrapment by officials. Series Editor(s): Sosa, Ernest; Dancy, Jonathan; Haldane, John; Harman, Gilbert; Jackson, Frank; Lycan, William G.; Shoemaker, Sydney; Thomson, Judith Jarvis. Series: Cambridge Studies in Philosophy. Num Pages: 188 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 12. Weight in Grams: 266. . 1988. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Theory and Practice of Autonomy (Cambridge Studies in Philosophy)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521357675
• ISBN 13: 9780521357678
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This important new book develops a new concept of autonomy. The notion of autonomy has emerged as central to contemporary moral and political philosophy, particularly in the area of applied ethics. Professor Dworkin examines the nature and value of autonomy and used the concept to analyze various practical moral issues such as proxy consent in the medical context, paternalism, and entrapment by law enforcement officials.

About the Author

Dworkin is professor at the University of Illinois and the University of California, Davis.