Description
A Short History of Ethics has over the past thirty years become a key philosophical contribution to studies on morality and ethics. Alasdair MacIntyre writes a new preface for this second edition which looks at the book 'thirty years on' and considers its impact. A Short History of Ethics guides the reader through the history of moral philosophy from the Greeks to contemporary times. MacIntyre emphasises the importance of a historical context to moral concepts and ideas showing the relevance of philosophical queries on moral concepts and the importance of a historical account of ethics.
A Short History of Ethics is an important contribution written by one of the most important living philosophers. Ideal for all philosophy students interested in ethics and morality.
Author: Alasdair MacIntyre
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 05/09/2002
Pages: 304
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.64d
ISBN13: 9780415287494
ISBN10: 0415287499
BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | Ethics & Moral Philosophy
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