Publisher's Synopsis
The Study of Ethics, A Syllabus by John Dewey is a comprehensive guide to the study of ethics. The book is structured as a syllabus, with each chapter covering a different topic related to ethics. The first chapter provides an overview of the field of ethics and its various branches, including metaethics, normative ethics, and applied ethics. The subsequent chapters delve into more specific topics, such as moral relativism, moral absolutism, consequentialism, deontology, virtue ethics, and natural law theory. Dewey also explores the role of ethics in society and the importance of ethical decision-making in various contexts, including business, politics, and personal relationships. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an excellent resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of ethical theory and practice. Overall, The Study of Ethics, A Syllabus is a valuable and insightful exploration of one of the most important and challenging areas of philosophy.1897. These pages were prepared primarily for the use and guidance of Dewey's own students. The demand for his edition of �������Outlines of Ethics������� seems to justify the belief that, amid the prevalence of pathological and moralistic ethics, there is room for a theory which conceives of conduct as the normal and free living of life as it is. This book undertakes a thorough psychological examination of the process of active experience, and a derivation from this analysis of the chief ethical types and crises.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.
