The Ethics of Altruism

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, Politics, History & Theory
Cover of the book The Ethics of Altruism by , Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781135754891
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: February 19, 2004
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781135754891
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: February 19, 2004
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

'The chief problem of human life', wrote Auguste Comte, 'is the subordination of egoism to altruism.' This collection examines the nature and value of altruism as a moral virtue, restoring it to its proper place at the centre of our moral and political thinking.

The first five essays in the collection explore the relationship between altruism and other moral concepts such as self-interest, autonomy, community and impartiality. The five essays in the second part show how altruism is invoked in practical moral problems, including aid to developing countries, the market for human body parts, multiculturalism and the politics of recognition, and medical ethics. Through these discussions, the central role of altruism in moral thinking is brought into sharper focus.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

'The chief problem of human life', wrote Auguste Comte, 'is the subordination of egoism to altruism.' This collection examines the nature and value of altruism as a moral virtue, restoring it to its proper place at the centre of our moral and political thinking.

The first five essays in the collection explore the relationship between altruism and other moral concepts such as self-interest, autonomy, community and impartiality. The five essays in the second part show how altruism is invoked in practical moral problems, including aid to developing countries, the market for human body parts, multiculturalism and the politics of recognition, and medical ethics. Through these discussions, the central role of altruism in moral thinking is brought into sharper focus.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Globalization and Development in East Asia by
Cover of the book Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Merleau-Ponty and Phenomenology of Perception by
Cover of the book Divorce in Medieval England by
Cover of the book English, French & German Comparative Law by
Cover of the book Relationships and Development by
Cover of the book Routledge Handbook of Human-Animal Studies by
Cover of the book A Framework for Cognitive Sociolinguistics by
Cover of the book God and the Gun by
Cover of the book Gender Relations German Histor by
Cover of the book The Marketing Matrix by
Cover of the book Everyday Objects by
Cover of the book Global Supply Chain Management and International Logistics by
Cover of the book The Renaissance by
Cover of the book Globalisation, Multilateralism, Europe by
Cover of the book Memorializing Animals during the Romantic Period by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy