An introductory reader in ethics and literature, sixth edition, brings together an extensive and varied collection of eightyeight classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. An introductory reader in ethics and literature brings together an extensive and varied collection of eightyfive classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. Herodotus histories 485430bce custom is the king of all the decline of colonialcultural imperialism the rise of anthropology as a serious academic discipline. A reader second edition edited, with introduction, by louis p. The readings are just the right length to cover in class and the variety of sources, including some literature and nonacademic writing, makes the philosophy accessibleand relevant. Featuring new selections chosen by coeditor lewis vaughn, the third edition of louis p. The moral life would be ideal for any ethics or moral philosophy course.
The books are anthologies that combine primary texts from philosophy and short. Its organization and layout are fantastic, and i like the diversity of applied ethics issues covered in the final section. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, second edition, brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetytwo classical and contemporary. Louis pojman proposes one such moral principle that he believes is binding upon all human beings. Louis was best known perhaps for presenting extremely balanced perspectives in his writings on a variety of some of the most controversial and challenging contemporary issues, including abortion, affirmative action and the death penalty. Mar 30, 2011 pojmans defense of moral saints in 1941 father maximilian kolbe, a polish friar from warsaw, was arrested for publishing antinazi pamphlets and sentenced to auschwitz. The moral life 6th edition 9780190607845, 9780190607906. Pojman uses literary works to enliven and make concrete the ethical theory or applie. An introductory reader in ethics and literature discussion and chapter questions and find the moral life.
As he lies dying, he entreats you for one final, favor. A good anthology for an upper level class on moral philosophy. Andy sanford, southwestern michigan college the moral life is a highquality and reasonably priced introduction to the study of ethics. Because ethical relativism is the most common variety of relativism, it will be the focus of our discussion in this essay. Jan 22, 2012 moral principles must have authority to take precedence over other considerations and have the hegemonic authority to do so at any time. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, fifth edition companion website. He has published several articles in epistemology, philosophy of religion, and metaphysics. Students like the variety of the readings and the affordable price. In instructor resources, there are brief summaries of each reading selection in the text. Choose from 75 different sets of pojman flashcards on quizlet.
In one of mississippi he became professor received an later at clare. An introductory reader in ethics and literature brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetyone classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice. Utilitarianism pojman utilitarianism louis p pojman. About the book presents information about the author.
Pojman ch 3 1 chapter 3 ethical relativism who is to. The split level thesis says that the best way to find personal happiness is to forget about it and live a moral life, devoting yourself t worthy causes, living altruistically. Pojman, lewis vaughn 2 editions first published in 2006 not in library. Pojman passed away in one im enjoying studying philosophy and the most. Moral philosophy fourth edition kindle edition by pojman, louis p. There he was beaten, kicked by shiny leather boots, and whipped by his prison guards. The moral life is the best introductory reader on the market. Herodotus histories 485430bce custom is the king of all. An introductory reader in ethics and literature by dr. Moral objectivism moral objectivism holds that there are objective, universal moral principles that are valid for all people. A nice blend of classic readings in moral philosophy supplemented by numerous modern pieces. The moral life is a wellwritten text combining literature with philosophical theories. Moral principles must have authority to take precedence over other considerations and have the hegemonic authority to do so at any time.
Glad i have a university by my 300 level philosophy and applied ethics. Mar 05, 2012 the best objection that pojman puts forth is that there are universally moral principles based on a common human nature and a need to solve conflicts of interest and flourish. The moral life, fifth edition welcome to oxfords the moral life. Pojman summary lewis vaughn is the author of the moral life. Moral objectivism and ethical relativism moral objectivism. An introductory reader in ethics and literature by. An introductory reader in ethics and literature 9780190607845. We live deeply moral lives, not out of fear of hell, but out of deep gratitude to one who loves us and whom we love. Author of philosophy, ethics, environmental ethics, philosophy of religion, moral philosophy, life and death, ethical theory, philosophical traditions. An introductory reader in ethics and literature 5th edition by lewis vaughn et al at over 30 bookstores. Pojman new york oxford oxford university press 2000. An introductory reader in ethics and literature 0195128443, 9780195128444 a lively, colorful, madcap entertainment, presented in new york by the prestigious american place theatre, which uses the singular career of the great dancer to point up some. Study ethics from a classic ethics text, written by one of contemporary philosophys most skilled teachers, louis p.
Pojman and lewis vaughn affords 944 pages of highlevel guidance. Pojmans meaning to life is, god loves and cares for us, so that we have a deeper motive for morally good actions, including high altruism. It is necessary for moral principles to be made public so that they are known by all, used and known to prescribe behavior in society, can be used to give advice, and can be used to assign praise or blame. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. These works lead students into philosophical concepts and issues such as relativism, utilitarianism, virtue ethics, the meaning of life, freedom, sex. Pojman the greatest happiness for the greatest number. Pojman was the author or editor of many books and articles click on books and articles. Integrating literature with philosophy in an innovative way, editor louis p. His current re search concerns human obligations to nonhuman animals.
Tristram engelhardt, jr the sanctity of life and the concept of. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Ive dedicated my whole life to baseball and for 50 years have gotten endless pleasure. Teaching moral philosophy using novels journal of thought. The moral life an introductory reader in ethics and literature louis p. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, published 20 under isbn 9780199950850 and isbn 0199950857. The foundations of moral relativism the rejection of ethnocentricism definition. Lewis vaughn and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The moral life an introductory reader in ethics and literature 6th edition by louis p. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, second edition, brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetytwo classical and. In the essay whose to judge by louis pojman openly rejects or is against the concept of ethical relativism. The idea that morality has five purposes, as presented in the essay on the nature and purpose of morality, can be used as an argument against relativism. Here you will find various resources to assist you.
Do you agree with cohen that absurd consequences would follow from our embracing a strong position on. Includes his biography, his works on ethics and political philosophy, and a bibliography of his articles with links to some of them. Pojmans claim that morality has five purposes can be used as an argument against ethical relativism. Pojman uses literary works to enliven and make concrete the ethical theory or applied issues addressed in each chapter.
The moral life an introductory reader in ethics and literature, louis p. Ideal for introductory ethics courses, the moral life. Ethical relativism is the theory that there are no universally valid moral principles. In the essay, louis pojman claims that morality has the following five purposes. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. On no individuals, who,for its sake, must be suppressed point, however, is the ordinary consciousness of and reduced to imperfect men, to slaves and in europeans more unwilling to be corrected than struments. The two kinds of relativism are defined as follows. The theory holding that moral principles are defined in terms of gods commands or that moral duties are logically dependent on gods commands. Beyond good and evil friedrich nietzsche friedrich nietzsche 18441 900 was a german basis for believing in. Pojman 19352005 was professor of philosophy, united states military academy. Published on 9620 by oxford university press, this version of the moral life by louis p. Pojman argues that we should judge what is right or wrong. In this article, professor engel advances an argument for the.
I plan to use this text as the centerpiece of my course for years to come. An act is permissible if god approves of it and an act is forbidden if god forbids it. An introductory reader in ethics and literature 9780199950850. An introductory reader in ethics and literature by louis p. Bj 1012 m63325 2014 moral particularism edited by brad hooker and margaret olivia little. Ethical relativism however is different from moral skepticism where valid moral principles do not exist at all. To keep ones heart and head in love and courage, in the midst of horror and degradationnot letting oneself become degraded, but answering hate with lovethat is the miracle of moral heroism. Pojman, the moral life 6e description ideal for introductory ethics courses, the moral life.
Moral philosophy fourth edition kindle edition by pojman. An introductory reader in ethics and literature brings. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading moral philosophy fourth edition. An introductory reader in ethics and literature, second edition, brings together an extensive and varied collection of ninetytwo classical and contemporary readings on ethical theory and practice.
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