This study uses techniques from economics to illuminate fundamental questions in ethics, particularly in the foundations of utilitarianism. Topics considered include the nature of teleological ethics, the foundations of decision theory, the value of equality and the moral significance of a person's continuing identity through time.
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John Broome is White's Professor of Moral Philosophy at Oxford University.
This study uses techniques from economics to illuminate fundamental questions in ethics, particularly in the foundations of utilitarianism. Topics considered include the nature of teleological ethics, the foundations of decision theory, the value of equality and the moral significance of a person's continuing identity through time.
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Softcover. Zustand: Like New. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Book in excellent unread/unused condition. Softcover. English. Pub Year 1995, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Weighing Goods: Equality, Uncertainty and Time is a significant work by John Broome that addresses fundamental questions in ethics through the lenses of decision theory and welfare economics. This book is described as an exemplary piece of moral philosophy that warrants serious consideration by students engaged in contemporary moral philosophy and technical theorems. Broome?s clarity of thought and intellectual honesty illuminate the complexities surrounding rational objective ethics, providing valuable insights for both philosophers and economists.The book explores the intricate relationships between equality, uncertainty, and the concept of time in the context of moral decision-making. Notably, it highlights how decision theory and welfare economics can influence central ethical topics, making a compelling case for the relevance of economic reasoning in moral discussions. Renowned figures in the field have praised the book, noting its ability to spark enlightening conversations among scholars grappling with the frameworks of rational choice theory and its implications for ethical practices.Broome's contributions to the theory of ethics are acknowledged as significant, making this text an essential read for economists with an interest in welfare economics and ethics. The book promises to reward its readers with a deeper understanding of the interplay between moral philosophy and economic reasoning. Weighing Goods stands as a comprehensive examination of ethical challenges, aiming to bridge the gap between philosophical inquiry and economic analysis. (LL). Artikel-Nr. Batch-FM765-LN-15199
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Zustand: New. This study uses techniques from economics to illuminate fundamental questions in ethics, particularly in the foundations of utilitarianism. Topics considered include the nature of teleological ethics, the foundations of decision theory, the value of equality and the moral significance of a person's continuing identity through time. Num Pages: 272 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPQ; KCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 154 x 228 x 17. Weight in Grams: 400. . 1995. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Artikel-Nr. V9780631199724
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