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Contemporary Moral and Social Issues: An Introduction Through Original Fiction, Discussion, and Readings
Contributor(s): Davis, Thomas D. (Based on a Book by)
ISBN: 1118625404     ISBN-13: 9781118625408
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
OUR PRICE:   $76.48  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: March 2014
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BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | Ethics & Moral Philosophy
Series: Blackwell Philosophy Anthologies
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 7.4" W x 9.6" (1.70 lbs) 448 pages
 
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Contemporary Moral and Social Issues is a uniquely entertaining introduction that brings ethical thought to life. It makes innovative use of engaging, topically oriented original short fiction, together with classic and influential readings and editorial discussion as a means of helping students think philosophically about ethical theory and practical ethical problems.

  • Introduces students to ethical theory and a range of practical moral issues through a combination of key primary texts, clear editorial commentary, and engaging, original fiction
  • Includes discussion of topics such as world poverty, abortion, animals, the environment, and genetic engineering, containing "Facts and Factual Issues" for each topic to give students an up-to-date understanding of related factual issues.
  • Uses immersive, original short works of fiction as a means to engage students to think philosophically about serious ethical issues
  • Sample Course Framework available