Contemporary Moral and Social Issues

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Contemporary Moral and Social Issues is a uniquely entertaining introduction that brings ethical thought to life. It makes innovative use of engaging, topically oriented original short fiction, together with classic and influential readings and editorial discussion as a means of helping students think philosophically about ethical theory and practical ethical problems. * Introduces students to ethical theory and a range of practical moral issues through a combination of key primary texts, clear editorial commentary, and engaging, original fiction * Includes discussion of topics such as world poverty, abortion, animals, the environment, and genetic engineering, containing "Facts and Factual Issues" for each topic to give students an up-to-date understanding of related factual issues. * Uses immersive, original short works of fiction as a means to engage students to think philosophically about serious ethical issues * Sample Course Framework available

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Thomas D. Davis

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Angewandte Ethik Applied Ethics Ethik Philosophie Philosophy Social Philosophy Sozialphilosophie

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"Thomas Davis's book is an absolute joy to read. Hisoriginal fiction flows seamlessly into the philosophicaldiscussions, masterfully guiding the study of ethics to where itreally matters: life." --Mark D. White, Professor and Chair, Department ofPhilosophy, College of Staten Island/CUNY "Davis has written a fantastic introduction to ethicstext. His unique blend of original fiction, clear analysis, andengaging primary sources provides a sure-fire way to get studentstalking and thinking about some of today's most pressingmoral issues." --Matt Lawrence, Long Beach City College
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