Practical Ethics

Peter Singer is often described as the world's most influential philosopher. He is also one of its most controversial. The author of important books such as Animal Liberation and Practical Ethics, he helped launch the animal rights and effective altruism movements and contributed to the development of bioethics. Now, in Ethics in the Real World, Singer shows that he is also a master at dissecting important current events in a few hundred words.

"AI Ethics" offers a comprehensive exploration of the moral principles that should guide the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. The book addresses the urgent need to ensure these technologies are aligned with ethical standards in an era where AI systems are becoming increasingly integrated into various aspects of society. This book provides a roadmap for understanding how AI can be innovative and ethical by examining the foundational ethical frameworks.

This seminal text in the history of moral philosophy elaborates the basic themes of Kant's moral theory, gives the most complete statement of his highly original theory of freedom of the will, and develops his practical metaphysics. This new edition, prepared by an acclaimed translator and scholar of Kant's practical philosophy, presents the first new translation of the work to appear for many years, together with a substantial and lucid introduction.

The Buddhist saint Nāgārjuna, who lived in South India in approximately the second century CE, is undoubtedly the most important, influential, and widely studied Mahāyāna Buddhist philosopher. His greatest philosophical work, the Mūlamadhyamikakārikā - read and studied by philosophers in all major Buddhist schools of Tibet, China, Japan, and Korea - is one of the most influential works in the history of Indian philosophy. Now, in The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way, Jay L. Garfield provides a clear translation of Nāgārjuna's seminal work.

Ancient Greek Ethics and the Art of Living: Virtue, Character, Habit, and the Good Life is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the moral wisdom of the ancient Greek world. This book brings together the foundational ideas of Plato, Aristotle, the Stoics, and earlier Greek thinkers to illuminate one of history’s most enduring questions. What does it mean to live well. Through clear explanations and thoughtful analysis, this book shows how Greek moral philosophy offers powerful insights into virtue, character formation, and the pursuit of a flourishing life. Across its ten chapters, the ...

Discover the timeless philosophy that places character at the heart of moral life. Virtue Ethics Explained: Understanding Moral Character, Human Flourishing, and the Path to a Good Life is a clear, engaging guide to one of the oldest and most inspiring approaches to ethics. Drawing on the insights of Aristotle and other great thinkers, this book shows how virtues like courage, justice, honesty, and compassion can shape not only your decisions but your entire way of living. Whether you are new to moral philosophy or seeking to deepen your understanding, this comprehensive exploration will ...

Maimonides: The Life, Philosophy, and Enduring Legacy of Judaism’s Greatest Medieval Thinker is a clear and engaging guide to one of the most influential figures in Jewish history. This book offers an accessible exploration of Maimonides’ extraordinary life, from his early years in Cordoba through his exile across the Mediterranean and his rise to prominence in Egypt as a physician, legal authority, and community leader. Readers gain a vivid sense of the challenges he faced, the intellectual world he inhabited, and the personal resilience that shaped his remarkable contributions to ...

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.

For anyone who has ever dreamed of love, sex, and companionship beyond the limits of traditional monogamy, this groundbreaking guide navigates the infinite possibilities that open relationships can offer. Experienced ethical sluts Dossie Easton and Janet W. Hardy dispel myths and cover all the skills necessary to maintain a successful and responsible polyamorous lifestyle.

Over half a century after its initial publication in 1957, Verbal Behavior has remained in high demand and continues to contribute to science and society. The documented efficacy of Skinner's practices has maintained the popularity of Verbal Behavior despite the initial criticism from Noam Chomsky's allegedly fatal review. In fact, his research has inspired techniques that have proven increasingly successful with aberrant behavior disorders, such as autism and delayed speech.

The Hellenistic Schools: Stoicism, Epicureanism, Skepticism, and the Search for Tranquility is a clear and engaging guide to one of the most transformative periods in the history of philosophy. After the world changed in the wake of Alexander’s empire, new questions emerged about how to live with stability, clarity, and inner peace in an unpredictable environment. This book explores how Epicureans, Stoics, and Skeptics each developed a path toward tranquility by examining desire, refining judgment, challenging certainty, and cultivating practices that strengthened the mind. The result is ...

Thinking Machines and Human Meaning: The Philosophy of Technology and Artificial Intelligence in an Age of Rapid Change is a deep, accessible exploration of how modern technology and artificial intelligence are reshaping human values, identity, ethics, and everyday life. Written for thoughtful readers who want more than surface level commentary, this book examines technology not just as a set of tools, but as a powerful force that influences how people think, work, relate to one another, and understand themselves. Drawing on philosophy, psychology, and social theory, it offers a clear ...

Justice, Power, and Society: Exploring the Foundations of Moral and Political Theory is a clear and engaging guide to the ideas that have shaped human thought for centuries. From Plato’s vision of the just republic to Aristotle’s ethics of civic virtue, from social contract theory to Enlightenment ideals of liberty and rights, from utilitarianism to Marxist critiques of inequality, this book explores how great thinkers have answered the timeless questions: What is justice? Why should we obey laws? How can power be made legitimate? Moving beyond the classics, this book also examines the ...

Camus and Existentialism: What He Agreed With, What He Rejected, and Why It Matters is a clear, engaging, and deeply readable guide to one of the most important philosophical relationships of the twentieth century. Albert Camus is often linked to Jean Paul Sartre and the existentialist movement, yet Camus spent his entire career insisting that he was not an existentialist. This book explains why. Through ten detailed chapters, readers explore Camus’ early life in Algeria, his philosophical formation, the rise of existentialism in Europe, and the dramatic public split between Camus and ...

This second edition of the Very Short Introduction on ethics has revised and updated aspects of the original to reflect changing times and mores. It highlights the importance of an understanding of approaches to ethics and its foundations, confronted as we are with a fluid and uncertain world of eroding trust, swirling conspiracy theories, and a dismaying loss of respect in public discourse.

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....

Reason and Revolution: Understanding the Transformative Ideas of Bertrand Russell Bertrand Russell was one of the most brilliant and courageous thinkers of the twentieth century—a philosopher, mathematician, and activist who devoted his life to truth, freedom, and reason. Reason and Revolution: Understanding the Transformative Ideas of Bertrand Russell explores the extraordinary scope of his thought, from his pioneering work in logic and mathematics to his passionate defense of peace, education, and intellectual freedom. This in-depth exploration traces how Russell reshaped philosophy ...

Step back into the world of Classical Greece and discover how one man reshaped the future of healing. Healing Wisdom of Hippocrates: Exploring the Father of Medicine and His Lasting Legacy takes readers on a journey through the life, ideas, and enduring influence of Hippocrates, whose revolutionary approach transformed medicine from superstition into a rational, ethical, and scientific discipline. From the legendary Hippocratic Oath to his insights on diet, lifestyle, and the healing power of nature, this book reveals how Hippocrates set the foundation for modern healthcare. Across ten in-...

The Pursuit of Rational Good: Henry Sidgwick and the Ethics of Reason explores the life, thought, and enduring influence of one of the most quietly transformative moral philosophers of the nineteenth century. Written with clarity and depth, this volume examines how Henry Sidgwick sought to reconcile reason, morality, and human happiness in an age of scientific progress and moral uncertainty. Through ten richly developed chapters, readers discover how Sidgwick transformed utilitarianism into a disciplined science of ethics, redefined moral reasoning as a rational enterprise, and confronted ...

Unlock the mysteries of how science really works with Philosophy of Science Explained: Understanding Knowledge, Method, and the Foundations of Scientific Inquiry. This comprehensive guide takes readers beyond the surface of scientific facts and into the deeper questions about what science is, how it generates knowledge, and why it matters. From the logic of discovery to the ethical challenges of modern technology, this book offers a clear and engaging introduction to one of philosophy’s most fascinating fields. Perfect for beginners, students, and lifelong learners, it explores timeless ...