Ethics: Theory and Practice

by Jacques P. Thiroux

Using a clear, jargon-free style and a flexible organization, this book introduces readers with little or no background in philosophy or ethics to traditional and contemporary ethical theory. An abundance of examples and case studies illustrates for readers how to set up their own systematic, rational ethics and how to apply ethical theories to traditional and contemporary moral issues. A flexible organization is offered with a wide variety of theories and issues from which to choose. Cases for study and discussion are included allowing readers to understand how ethical theory and discussion can be applied specifically. A valuable reference book for any professional who can use ethics to solve everyday business problems.

Genres: Philosophy, Textbooks, Nonfiction, School, Reference, Psychology

560 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 1990

Reviews

[Jimyanni]

There are two things to consider with a textbook of this sort: how thoroughly does it cover the material, and how well does it manage to communicate that material to the reader. This book succeeds gloriously on both counts. Obviously, if the subject of Philosophy in general and Ethics in particular don't interest you, you won't enjoy this book. But if you have an interest in the subject, and need a basic intro to it, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better one.

[Sarah Peters]

I've enjoyed using this book for class, it's taught me a lot. Yet when reading the first chapter, I found an error in the 10 commandments. I pray this is just an error, but I doubt it. Teaching 9 Commandments, created by splitting the last commandments to make two, rounding it out to 10. While leaving out one, you are changing Gods word. Which is not Good for the author or those learning with an open mind... how can a book on Ethical standards and behavior misrepresents GODS WORD???

[Darrah]

The overuse of commas is annoying and makes it somewhat difficult to read. It seems like they purposely overcomplicated the wording of sentences, which is obnoxious when most readers of this book are reading, for the most part, against their will. The book is also extremely biased, with the authors’ opinions being clear in every chapter. I’m not religious but I can see why the wording of the religious portions offended some others in these reviews.

[Dylan Armbruster]

Had to read this book for a Winter class. I thought it was very unique in that it showed you how to create a moral view. The authors provide both positives and negatives of well known views which allow the reader to make their own decisions on whether or not to accept them.

[Amber]

2 copy available

[Thamrong]

My daughter's text book left under my custodian .. will take a shot this weekend.

[Kari]

I skimmed through this one, after the first 4 chapters.

[Robynn Merkel]

Should be done with this one by April :)

[Beth]

Textbook for college Ethics class. The author's view on religion was hard to take and made this book a difficult read.

[Assiegh]

Good book

[Riskayanti Rasyid]

Good references

[Joseph Palmer]

This was a book for a college level course.