Publisher's Synopsis
""The Origin and Development of the Moral Ideas"" is a two-volume work written by the Finnish philosopher and sociologist Edward Westermarck in 1906. In this book, Westermarck explores the evolution of moral ideas throughout human history, tracing their origins from primitive societies to modern civilization. He examines the role of religion, culture, and social structures in shaping moral beliefs and practices, and argues that morality is ultimately a product of human nature and social interactions. The first volume covers topics such as the nature of morality, the origins of moral ideas, and the relationship between morality and religion. The second volume focuses on the development of moral ideas, including the evolution of ethics and the emergence of moral codes in different societies. Westermarck's work is considered a pioneering study in the field of moral philosophy and has had a significant influence on subsequent research in the area.In Two Volumes.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.
