The Fundamentals of Ethics

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Engagingly written, this comprehensive text introduces students to key concepts in moral philosophy, covering topics such as the good life, normative ethics, and metaethics. It uniquely includes discussions on often-overlooked issues like the doctrine of doing and allowing, double effect, ethical particularism, and moral error theory. The author, Russ Shafer-Landau, meticulously reconstructs and analyzes numerous arguments, ensuring accessibility for those without prior philosophical knowledge. This fifth edition stands out for its depth and clarity in exploring ethical theories.