This book explores the complex issue of the Repugnant Conclusion in population ethics, challenging readers to reconsider their moral views. It presents various attempts to navigate this dilemma, making it essential reading for moral philosophers interested in the nuances of population ethics.
How can we find true or reasonable moral principles to live our everyday lives by? This title presents 7 different moral theories, each of which attempts to provide the answer to the question of what we ought to do and why. It describes each theory, showing how it works in practice, assessing it and putting it into its historical perspective.
Presents the arguments for the establishment of a world government to answer pressing global issues such as war, global injustices and environmental problems.
Exploring the ethical implications of coercion in health care and social services, this book combines philosophical insights with comparative analyses of policies and laws across various industrialized nations. It raises critical questions about the balance between individual rights and societal needs, making it a thought-provoking examination of coercive practices in these sectors.