This collection provides readings from five classic thinkers with importantly distinct approaches to virtue theory, along with five new essays from contemporary thinkers that apply virtue theories to the resolution of practical moral problems. Jennifer Welchman's Introduction discusses the history of virtue theory. A short introduction to each reading highlights the distinctive aspects of the view expressed.

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Includes readings from five classic thinkers with importantly distinct approaches to virtue, and five essays from contemporary thinkers that apply virtue theories to the resolution of practical moral problems. This book provides an introduction to the history of virtue theory, highlights the distinctive aspects, and suggests further readings.
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ISBN
9780872208100
Publisert
2006-03-15
Utgiver
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Vekt
397 gr
Aldersnivå
UU, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
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Antall sider
224

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Biografisk notat

Jennifer Welchman is Associate Professor of Philosophy, University of Alberta.