1st Edition

Morality: What's In It For Me? A Historical Introduction To Ethics

By William N. Nelson Copyright 1991
    184 Pages
    by Routledge

    184 Pages
    by Routledge

    In the company of major figures from the history of ethics, this book explores the key issues surrounding topics like egoism, altruism, the good life, and the requirements of morality. It is an excellent text for students of ethics and the history of ethics.

    Preface -- Introduction: Why be Moral? -- The Greek Tradition -- Self-Discipline and Tranquility -- Happiness and the Virtues -- Modern Moral Philosophy -- The Moral Point of View -- Self-Interest, Altruism, and Social Conventions -- Utilitarianism -- Contemporary Reflections -- A Contractualist Framework for Morality