Publisher's Synopsis
""An Introduction to the Science of Ethics"" by Theodore De Laguna is a comprehensive guide to the study of ethics. The book begins by defining ethics and exploring its history, including the works of Aristotle, Kant, and other influential thinkers. It then delves into the various ethical theories and concepts, such as consequentialism, deontology, virtue ethics, and moral relativism. The author also discusses topics such as moral reasoning, moral responsibility, and the relationship between ethics and religion. Throughout the book, De Laguna provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the practical application of ethical principles. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of ethics, including students, scholars, and professionals in fields such as philosophy, law, and business.1914. From the Preface: The title of this book is intended to be fairly descriptive of it. It treats ethics as a science, which if not wholly independent of metaphysical considerations-and of not science can that be said-is sufficiently independent to permit of separate positive treatment. And under the broad license of an introduction it presents not only an outline of the science as we find it today, but some account of the past which has made it what it is. Part I contains brief chapters upon the scope and methods of the science and upon one metaphysical topic (the freedom of the will) which cannot well be passed over in silence. Part II is a review of the principal Greek and English ethical theories.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.
