Ethics: Theory and Practice (8th Edition)

Author: (USA) Jacques Thiroux
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: This book was first published in 1977 and is a foundational masterpiece in the field of ethics. It is now the newly revised 8th edition. The author, Jacques Thiroux, is a renowned contemporary American ethicist, and his works are widely cited by scholars worldwide and have become essential reading for ethicists and students of ethics. China has published multiple Chinese translations of Thiroux's work. In response to the requests of scholars and researchers, Peking University Press has published the new English photoreprint edition of this book. The book is divided into 15 chapters, systematically presenting theories of ethics and guiding readers on how to apply these theories to solve specific practical problems. The author has compiled numerous case studies to assist in teaching, providing readers with a solid foundation for understanding both classic and modern ethical issues. This edition adds entirely new content such as stem cell research, medical authorization, and the Enron scandal; revises existing content to discuss the new characteristics and trends of terrorism after the 9/11 attacks; and supplements additional material, with expansions in areas such as care ethics and John Rawls's theory of justice. This book is an ideal textbook for university ethics courses, with its carefully designed structure effectively helping readers grasp key concepts, clarify the overall framework, and master the essentials of ethics in a comprehensive and efficient manner.