Contemporary Moral Issues

by Lawrence M. Hinman

Combines arguments and personal narratives to introduce students to key issues in morality. Contemporary Moral Issues is an anthology that provides a selection of readings on contemporary social issues revolving around three general Matters of Life and Death, Matters of Equality and Diversity, and Expanding the Circle, which includes duties beyond borders, living together with animals, and environmental ethics. Each set of readings is accompanied by an extensive introduction, a bibliographical essay, pre-reading questions, and discussion questions. Learning Goals Upon completing this book readers will be able Understand what the key contemporary issues in morality are Understand how these issues are encounte

Genres: Philosophy, Nonfiction

544 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1995

Reviews

[Philip Jenks]

tremendous for anyone exploring the introduction to a range of tough ethical topics. Great for intro classes and also a great compendium!

[Belle Meade School]

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