Exploring Ethics An Introductory Anthology

by Cahn, Steven M.

• ISBN13: 9780197609064
• ISBN10: 0197609066
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780197609095
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780190273637
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2022-05-13
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
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About This Book

Exploring Ethics: An Introductory Anthology

ISBN: 9780197609064

Exploring Ethics: An Introductory Anthology is a comprehensive and engaging textbook designed to introduce students to the world of ethical theory and contemporary moral issues. Written by renowned philosopher Steven M. Cahn, this book is a go-to resource for undergraduate students and educators alike.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory ethics courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of ethical theory and contemporary moral issues, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of ethical principles.

History and Editions

The 6th edition of Exploring Ethics has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating a rich and balanced collection of fifty-two readings on ethical theory and contemporary moral issues. This edition includes carefully edited articles to ensure exceptional clarity and understandability for undergraduate students. The selections are organized into three parts—Challenges to Morality, Moral Theories, and Moral Problems—providing instructors with flexibility in designing and teaching a variety of ethics courses. Each reading is followed by study questions to facilitate deeper understanding and engagement.

Author and Other Works

Steven M. Cahn is Professor Emeritus of Philosophy at the City University of New York Graduate Center. He is the author of several notable works, including Exploring Philosophy, Eighth Edition (OUP, 2023); Classic and Contemporary Readings in the Philosophy of Education (OUP, 2011); Ethics: History, Theory and Contemporary Issues, Seventh Edition (OUP, 2019); Political Philosophy, Fourth Edition (OUP, 2022); and The Meaning of Life, Fourth Edition (OUP, 2017), among others.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in ethical theory and contemporary moral issues.
• Balanced Readings: A rich and balanced collection of fifty-two readings on ethical theory and contemporary moral issues.
• Organized Structure: The selections are organized into three parts—Challenges to Morality, Moral Theories, and Moral Problems—to provide flexibility in course design.
• Study Questions: Each reading is followed by study questions to facilitate deeper understanding and engagement.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780197609064
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Publication Details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: May 13, 2022
• Number of Pages: 544
• Language: English

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• 5th Edition: Available through Oxford University Press and other retailers
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Author Biography

Steven M. Cahn is Professor Emeritus of Philosophy at the City University of New York Graduate Center. He is the author of Exploring Philosophy, Eighth Edition (OUP, 2023); Classic and Contemporary Readings in the Philosophy of Education (OUP, 2011); Ethics: History, Theory and Contemporary Issues, Seventh Edition (OUP, 2019); Political Philosophy, Fourth Edition (OUP, 2022); and The Meaning of Life, Fourth Edition (OUP, 2017), among others.

Table of Contents

Preface
INTRODUCTION
1. Morality and Moral Philosophy Wiliam K. Frankena
2. Crito Plato
3. Phaedo Plato

PART I: CHALLENGES TO MORALITY
4. Subjectivism Julia Driver
5. God and Morality Steven M. Cahn
6. The Challenge of Cultural Relativism James Rachels
7. Right and Wring Thomas Nagel
8. Egoism and Moral Skepticism James Rachels
9. Happiness and Immorality Steven M. Cahn and Jeffrie G. Murphy
10. The Nature of Ethical Disagreement Charles L. Stevenson
11. The Rationality of Moral Action Philippa Foot

PART II: MORAL THEORIES
12. The Categorical Imperative Immanuel Kant
13. A Simplified Account of Kant's Ethics Onora O'Neill
14. Utilitarianism John Stuart Mill
15. Contemporary Utilitarianism Julia Driver
16. The Nature of Virtue Aristotle
17. Virtue Ethics Julia Driver
18. The Ethics of Care Virginia Held
19 The Social Contract Thomas Hobbes
20. A Theory of Justice John Rawls
21. Gender Bias Cheshire Calhoun

PART III: MORAL PROBLEMS
A. World Hunger
22. Famine, Affluence, and Morality Peter Singer
23. A Reply to Singer Travis Timmerman
24. Rights, Obligations, and World Hunger Onora O'Neill
B. Immigration
25. The Case for Limits David Miller
26. A Right to Immigrate Michael Hummer\
C. Injustice
27. Racisms Kwame Anthony Appiah
28. Sexism Ann E. Cudd and Leslie E. Jones
29. Five Faces of Oppression Iris Marion Young
D. Reparation
30. The Morality of Reparation Bernard Boxill
31. Reparation and the Problem of Agency Chandran Kukathas
E. Sexual Harassment
32. Offers and Coercion Nancy Tuana
33. Consensual Sex on Campus Leslie Pickering Francis
34. Sexual Harassment in the University N. Ann Davis
35. Sexual Harassment in Public Places Margaret Crouch
F. Prostitution
36. Value and the Gift of Sexuality Elisabeth Anderson
37. Taking Money for Bodily Services Martha C. Nussbaum
38. Markets in Women's Sexual Labor Debra Satz
G. Animals
39. Equality for Animals? Peter Singer
40. Speciesism and the Idea of Equality Bonnie Steinbock
41. Getting Animals in View Christine Korsgaard
42. Speaking of Animal Rights mary Anne Warren
H. The Environment
43. Philosophical Problems for Environmentalism Elliott Sober
44. Ethics and Global Change Dale Jamieson
I. Abortion
45. A Defense of Abortion Judith Jarvis Thomson
46. On the Moral and Legal Status of Abortion Mary Anne Warren
47. Why Abortion is Immoral Don Marquis
48. Virtue Theory and Abortion Rosalind Hursthouse
J. Euthanasia
49. Active and Passive Euthanasia James Rachels
50. The Intentional Termination fo Life Bonnie Steinbock
K. The Meaning of Life
51. The Meaning of Life Richard Taylor
52. Meaning in Life Susan Wolf
53. Meaningful Lives Christine Vitrano
L. Conclusion
54. The Trolley Problem Judith Jarvis Thomson
55. Turning the Trolley Judith Jarvis Thomson
56. Moral Saints Susan Wolf

Glossary
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Index