An Introduction to Evolutionary Ethics von Scott M. James | ISBN 9781444329513

An Introduction to Evolutionary Ethics

von Scott M. James
Buchcover An Introduction to Evolutionary Ethics | Scott M. James | EAN 9781444329513 | ISBN 1-4443-2951-0 | ISBN 978-1-4443-2951-3
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„Recommended for all undergraduate libraries in thesciences and humanities.“ (Perspectives on Science& Christian Faith, 1 March 2013)„In the end, I think this is a valuable book mixing an analyticphilosophical approach with some interesting biology. I personallyfound the book faltering only because it takes, perhapsunnecessarily, a very orthodox adaptationist stance. Evolutionaryethics should take the whole of evolutionary biology seriously intoaccount, not only a biased version of it.“ (Metapsychology, 20February 2012)
„Balanced and comprehensive, it should be the definitive textfor many years“. (Star News Online Blogs, 22 December 2010)"In recent years evolutionary ethics has burgeoned in fascinatingbut sometimes confusing ways. James' judicious treatment of thefield is well written, well organized, and well balanced. There isno better introductory text covering this ground.„
--Richard Joyce, University of Sydney
“This is a terrific introduction to a topic of growing interest. Balanced and comprehensive, it should be the definitive text formany years."
--Michael Ruse, The Florida State University

An Introduction to Evolutionary Ethics

von Scott M. James
Offering the first general introductory text to this subject, thetimely Introduction to Evolutionary Ethics reflectsthe most up-to-date research and current issues being debated inboth psychology and philosophy. The book presents students to theareas of cognitive psychology, normative ethics, and metaethics.
* The first general introduction to evolutionary ethics
* Provides a comprehensive survey of work in three distinct areasof research: cognitive psychology, normative ethics, andmetaethics
* Presents the most up-to-date research available in bothpsychology and philosophy
* Written in an engaging and accessible style for undergraduatesand the interested general reader
* Discusses the evolution of morality, broadening its relevanceto those studying psychology