Modern Ethics

As Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, Mary Midgley, and Iris Murdoch labored to make a place for themselves in a male-dominated world, as they made friendships and families, and as they drifted toward and away from each other, they never stopped insisting that some lives are better than others. Drawing on a cluster of recently opened archives and extensive correspondence and interviews with those who knew them best, Benjamin Lipscomb traces the lives and ideas of four friends who gave us a better way to think about ethics, and ourselves.

Modern English adaptation designed for today's readers while preserving Aristotle's original ideas and arguments. Clear, natural prose that removes archaic language and difficult constructions without sacrificing philosophical depth. Smooth reading experience that makes one of history's greatest philosophical works accessible to a broad audience. Faithful to the spirit and meaning of the original text while improving readability and flow. Consistent modern terminology that helps readers follow Aristotle's key concepts throughout the work. Carefully edited for clarity, coherence, and ease of...

Practical Aristotle: Alpha Male Masculinity for the 21st Century bridges the gap between ancient Greek philosophy and the modern man's journey toward strength, purpose, and lasting fulfillment. Drawing on Aristotle's timeless principles of virtue, reason, and eudaimonia—true human flourishing—this audiobook delivers a no-nonsense framework for building the kind of masculinity that stands the test of time. Not performance. Not posturing. Real, grounded, internal strength.

Once solely the province of ivory-tower professors and college classrooms, contemporary philosophy was finally emancipated from its academic closet in 2010, when "The Stone" was launched in The New York Times. First appearing as an online series, the column quickly attracted millions of readers through its accessible examination of universal topics like the nature of science, consciousness, and morality while also probing more contemporary issues such as the morality of drones, gun control, and the gender divide.

A timeless classic of moral philosophy and human character, now presented in modern English, with the structure and meaning of Aristotle’s original work preserved. Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle is one of the most influential texts in the history of philosophy, shaping ethics, political thought, and our understanding of human behavior for centuries. In this modern and complete edition, Aristotle’s insights are presented with clarity, offering today’s listeners a direct path into one of the greatest minds of antiquity.

Hiking with Nietzsche is a tale of two philosophical journeys - one made by John Kaag as an introspective young man of 19, the other 17 years later and in quite different circumstances: as a husband and father. Both journeys are made in search of the wisdom at the core of Nietzsche's philosophy, but they deliver him to radically different interpretations and, more crucially, revelations about the human condition.

An extraordinary account of how the Christian Revolution forged the Western imagination, from the author of Rubicon. “A galloping tour of Christianity’s influence across the last 2,000 years.” —New York Times Crucifixion, the Romans believed, was the worst fate imaginable, a punishment...

Nicomachean Ethics: Aristotle's "Nicomachean Ethics" is a practical guide on how to live well and be truly happy. The book explains that happiness does not depend on wealth or fleeting pleasures, but on our daily actions and becoming better people. Aristotle teaches us to always seek balance in everything we do, avoiding extremes. By reading these pages, you will understand in a simple way how to form good habits, act more fairly, build real friendships, and make wiser decisions to improve your everyday life.

A radical understanding of caring through the lens of consciousness, from a renowned neuroscientist, Vedic scholar, and New York Times best-selling author Who cares? It’s a phrase often said with a shrug—a signal of indifference, fatigue, or even quiet frustration. But it may also be one of...

Ancient wisdom. Practical guidance. A better way to live. Nearly two thousand years ago, the Jewish sages recorded a collection of short, unforgettable teachings about character, responsibility, friendship, leadership, humility, and the wise use of time. Those teachings became Pirkei Avot—often translated as Ethics of the Fathers—and their message remains strikingly relevant today. How should you respond to anger? What makes a person truly wise? Why do your friends and teachers matter? How can you pursue success without becoming controlled by wealth, status, or praise? Pirkei Avot for ...

Since the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision in 2015, sexual identity has dominated both public discourse and cultural trends — yet no historical phenomenon is its own cause. From Augustine to Marx, various views and perspectives have contributed to the modern understanding of the self.

Books in the Collection Book 1: The Awakening of Reason — How Knowledge is Possible Book 2: The Mind That Organizes the World — Structure of Human Experience Book 3: Morality and Duty — How We Ought to Act Book 4: Freedom, Meaning, and Humanity — The Destiny of Reason Categories: Modern Philosophy - Epistemology - Ethics - Enlightenment - Critical Reason - Freedom - Consciousness Synopsis The work of Immanuel Kant represents one of the most decisive moments in the history of thought. Before him, philosophy oscillated between two positions that seemed irreconcilable: on one side, ...

What is the foundation of moral judgment? How should we act in a complex modern world? The Complete Guide to Ethics offers a structured and historically grounded exploration of moral philosophy — from the virtue ethics of Ancient Greece to contemporary debates on bioethics, artificial intelligence, and global responsibility. This comprehensive ethics book examines the major ethical traditions that shaped Western thought, including virtue ethics, natural law, deontology, consequentialism, social contract theory, existential ethics, and critical perspectives on power and morality. Whether ...

It has been proclaimed many times, but perhaps never more convincingly than now, when every news cycle seems to deliver further confirmation of a world gone mad. Is this the endgame? Author Spencer Klavan is a classicist, with a Ph.D. from Oxford, and a deep understanding of the West. His analysis: The situation is dire. But every crisis we face today, we have faced before. And we can surmount each one. Klavan brings to the West’s defense the insights of Plato, Aristotle, the Bible, and the Founding Fathers to show that in the wisdom of the past lies hope for the future.

You’ve Always Wanted to Read Aristotle… But Every Edition Feels Impossible to Get Through. Dense language. Archaic translations. Endless sentences that force you to reread the same paragraph over and over again. For many readers, the greatest obstacle to enjoying Nicomachean Ethics isn’t Aristotle’s ideas. It’s the language. One of history’s greatest books has too often remained inaccessible behind translations written for another era, leaving modern readers frustrated long before they discover the wisdom that has inspired philosophers, leaders, and thinkers for more than two ...

The Geometry of God: Understanding the Revolutionary Philosophy of Baruch Spinoza is a compelling exploration of one of history’s most daring and misunderstood thinkers. Baruch Spinoza, the exiled philosopher of Amsterdam, redefined the very nature of God, freedom, and human existence. His vision of a universe governed by reason, necessity, and divine unity would influence the Enlightenment, shape modern science, and continue to inspire seekers of truth centuries later. In clear and engaging language, The Geometry of God guides readers through Spinoza’s life, ideas, and enduring legacy....

Benedict de Spinoza's Ethics, first published in 1677, constitutes a major systematic critique of the traditional and religious foundations of philosophical thought. In it, Spinoza follows a logical step-by-step format consisting of definitions, axioms, propositions, proofs, and corollaries to create a comprehensive inquiry into the truth about God, nature, and humans' place within the universe. From these broad metaphysical themes, Spinoza derives what he considered to be the highest principles of religion and society and lays out an ethical system in which reason is the supreme value.

In an age of anxiety, distraction, and constant noise, Seneca’s voice cuts through with the same force it had two thousand years ago. Discover the complete wisdom of Seneca in this definitive annotated and illustrated edition of Letters from a Stoic — the full 124 Moral Letters to Lucilius, adapted for modern readers without losing the force, clarity, and moral fire of the original. Written in the final years of Seneca’s life, these letters are among the most powerful works of Stoic philosophy ever composed. Addressed to his friend Lucilius, they explore how to face fear, master ...

Practical and insightful, The Sacred Tradition of Yoga begins with a clear and deep inquiry into the human condition, reminding us of true purpose of Yoga. The second half of the book focuses on the yamas and niyamas, the personal disciplines and social ethics of yoga. Throughout, Dr. Jois’ teachings honor ancient traditions and underscore the benefits we can gain from adopting a yogic way of life in the modern world.

Should Christians be involved in political issues? This comprehensive and readable book presents a political philosophy from the perspective that the Gospel pertains to all of life, including politics. Politics—According to the Bible is an in-depth analysis of conservative and liberal plans to...