Publisher's Synopsis
""Problems of Conduct: An Introductory Survey of Ethics"" by Drake and Durant is a comprehensive book that explores the fundamental principles of ethics and morality. The book is aimed at providing an introductory survey of ethics to readers who are new to the subject.The book is divided into three parts. The first part deals with the nature of ethics and its relationship with other disciplines such as psychology, sociology, and law. The second part focuses on the different ethical theories that have been developed over time, including consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. The third part delves into specific ethical issues such as euthanasia, abortion, and animal rights.The authors use a variety of examples and case studies to illustrate the concepts and principles discussed in the book. They also provide critical analysis and evaluation of different ethical theories and perspectives, encouraging readers to think critically about the ethical dilemmas that they may encounter in their personal and professional lives.Overall, ""Problems of Conduct: An Introductory Survey of Ethics"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the complex and often challenging world of ethics and morality. It provides a solid foundation for further study and reflection, and encourages readers to engage with the ethical issues that are relevant to their lives and communities.""1914. The textbook was composed from a course of lectures and discussions given first at the University of Illinois and later at Wesleyan University. Contents: Part I. The Evolution of Morality: The Origin of Personal Morality; The Origin of Social Morality; Outward Development-Morals; Inward Development-Conscience; The Individualizing of Conscience; Can We Base Morality Upon Conscience? Part II. The Theory of Morality: The Basis of Right and Wrong; The Meaning of Duty; The Judgment of Character; The Solution of Personal Problems; The Solution of Social Problems; Objections and Misunderstandings; Alternative Theories; The Worth of Morality. Part III. Personal Morality: Health and Efficiency; The Alcohol Problem; Marriage and Divorce; Fellowship, Loyalty and Luxury; Truthfulness and Its Problems; Culture and Art; The Mechanism of Self-Control; The Attainability of Happiness. Part IV. Public Morality: Patriotism and World-Peace; Political Purity and Efficiency; Social Alleviation; Industrial Wrongs; Industrial Reconstruction; Liberty and Law; Equality and Privilege; and The Future of the Race.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.
