Kantian Ethics And The Ethics Of Evolution A Critical Study (1881)

Kantian Ethics And The Ethics Of Evolution: A Critical Study is a book written by Jacob Gould Schurman in 1881. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the ethical theories of Immanuel Kant and the implications of evolutionary theory on ethics. Schurman argues that Kant's ethical theory is grounded in reason and the inherent dignity of human beings, while evolutionary theory challenges this notion by suggesting that ethics are shaped by the natural selection of traits that promote survival and reproduction. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Kantian ethics and the second part examining the ethics of evolution. Schurman provides a detailed analysis of Kant's ethical theory, including the concepts of the categorical imperative, autonomy, and the moral law. He also critiques Kant's theory, arguing that it is too abstract and detached from the realities of human experience. In the second part of the book, Schurman examines the implications of evolutionary theory on ethics. He argues that evolutionary theory challenges traditional ethical theories by suggesting that moral values are not absolute but rather are shaped by natural selection. Schurman also explores the relationship between ethics and religion, arguing that evolutionary theory challenges traditional religious views of morality. Overall, Kantian Ethics And The Ethics Of Evolution: A Critical Study is a thought-provoking book that explores the intersection of philosophy and science. Schurman's analysis of Kantian ethics and evolutionary theory provides a valuable contribution to the field of ethics and is still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.