Ethics, Humans and Other Animals - 9780415212410

Taylor & Francis

Ethics, Humans and Other AnimalsAn Introduction with Readings\nAuthor(s): Rosalind Hursthouse\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780415212410, 978-0415212410\nSynopsis\nThis introductory textbook is ideally suited to newcomers to philosophy and ethical problems.\nRosalind Hursthouse carefully introduces the three standard approaches in current ethical theory: utilitarianism, rights, and virtue ethics. She links each chapter to readings from key exponents such as Peter Singer and Mary Midgley and asks students to think critically about these readings for themselves.\nKey features include clear activities and activities, chapter summaries and guides to further reading.