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Kant's Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals : An Edinburgh Philosophical Guide /

Callanan, John

Kant's Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals : An Edinburgh Philosophical Guide / John Callanan. - 1 online resource (144 p.) - Edinburgh Philosophical Guides : EPG .

Frontmatter -- Contents -- Series Editor’s Preface -- Introduction -- 1. Historical Context -- 2. A Guide to the Text -- 3. Study Aids -- Bibliography -- Index

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A step-by-step guide to Kant's first work on moral philosophyKant's Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals is considered a standard text in the history of moral philosophy as well as a classic work of moral philosophy in its own right. This guide provides a paragraph-by-paragraph account of the main themes of Kant's moral philosophy and a clear statement of his overall philosophical aims and arguments.Key Features:Written to be read alongside Groundwork for the Metaphysics of MoralsWorks through the text in the same way that students do, addressing potential problems and confusions as they ariseStudy Aids section helps students to understand the text and write their essays, including a glossary, example exam questions, common assessment criteria and tips for writing about KantIdentifies what is distinctive about Kantian ethics, compared to other ethical theories


Mode of access: Internet via World Wide Web.


In English.

9780748647262 9780748647279

10.1515/9780748647279 doi


Ethics.
Kant, Immanuel, -- 1724-1804. -- Grundlegung zur Metaphysik der Sitten.
Philosophy.
PHILOSOPHY / General.

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