Ethics Matters de Peter Vardy

Ethics Matters

Peter Vardy

Charlotte Vardy

en Limba Engleză Paperback – 17 apr 2013

How do we know the difference between right and wrong? How can we make decisions about issues from germ-line genetic engineering to the regulation of banking, from nuclear power to ethnic bioweapons, from end-of-life care to global warming? What does it mean to live a good life?Ethics Matters introduces students and general readers to the business of making moral decisions, engaging them in meaningful dialogue and inspiring them to find out more. Beginning with a discussion of the question of truth in Ethics, Peter and Charlotte Vardy outline and evaluate major approaches to doing ethics from Natural Law and Virtue Ethics to Situation Ethics and Postmodernism, considering how these might inform decision making in today's world.Ethics Matters places the latest scholarship in context, clarifying how it relates to today's biggest challenges, without in any sense 'dumbing down'. The style is engaging and accessible; good use is made of examples from film, literature and current affairs to shine a light on the fundamental philosophic questions which underpin practical dilemmas.A new web site, www.what-matters.org provides recommendations for further reading, a rich anthology of primary texts, questions for discussion and related activities.

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Charlotte Vardy is an experienced secondary-school teacher of Philosophy and Religious Studies and tutored at the University of London for seven years. She currently speaks at teacher-training and student events around the world and works as a consultant for charities and educational organizations. Peter Vardy was Vice-Principal of Heythrop College, University of London, from 1999-2011. He lectures extensively to teachers and students around the world and his bestselling books are a fixture on reading lists, known for being accessible and entertaining without oversimplifying complex material.

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'For anyone wishing to wrestle with the key ethical issues of the 21st Century, 'Ethics Matters' is required reading. -- Esmond Lee, Head of Religious Studies, Trinity School Croydon 'An enlightening guide to those moral questions that don't go away. It should go to every politician, civil servant, teacher and bishop; not to mention the rest of thoughtful humanity! -- Dr Kenneth Wolfe, Director, London Society for the Study of Religion 'The best introduction to ethics textbook at A Level bar none...' -- Philippe Mathieu, Head of Divinity, The Leys School, Cambridge 'Wow! I wish I could lock myself away for a few weeks and really do justice to the book. It makes me hope to win the lotto and go off and study philosophy without the cares of the "job"! -- Helen Smith, St. Joseph's College, Hunters Hill, Sydney

"Ethical theories are placed in their philosophical and historical contexts so much better than in other textbooks, set out in a more complete and interesting way whilst remaining highly accessible. This is the best introduction to ethics textbook at A Level bar none... " -- Philippe Mathieu "This book will be almost certainly be an important text for use by school and universities - but is far more than a textbook. It's clear unabashed clarity of explanation will make the exciting and vital enterprise of moral philosophy accessible to a wide audience. Its use of film, poetry and prose to help unpack complex and demanding concepts make it an essential read for any serious student or layman alike. With almost evangelical commitment to their subject the authors set out to engage with the reader taking him/her on a journey through the exciting field of ethics. They draw upon a wide-ranging, up to date and excellent scholarship to achieve a lucid and eloquent exposition of the subject. The book gives the reader the confidence to understand the issues and participate meaningfully in ethical dialogue." -- Andrew Stead "The Vardys' quotes John Locke': the philosopher 'clears away the undergrowth so that we can see the challenges more clearly.' This is precisely what this book does supremely well: bridging the gulf between philosophy and practicality in a media culture where spin and half-truth often dominate. The 'supreme vice' said Oscar Wilde, was 'superficiality' - here, the book is anything but - he is immensely readable and lucid especially for those not usually at home in moral philosophy; it 'clears away the undergrowth' and brings clarity, simplicity and depth to puzzles and muddles that cry out for rational resolutions. In a word, this is an enlightening guide to those moral questions that don't go away. It should go to every politician, civil servant, teacher and bishop; not to mention the rest of thoughtful humanity! Dr. Kenneth Wolfe, former Head of Philosophy & Religion, Godolphin & Latymer School, London." -- Kenneth Wolfe " I thoroughly enjoyed it... Well laid out, thoughtfully written and clearly expressed, and provides a scholarly overview of the main three areas of ethics. " -- A Wilkinson, Senior Tutor, Hampton School, Middlesex For anyone wishing to wrestle with the key ethical issues of the 21st Century, 'The Puzzle of Ethics and Moral Philosophy' is required reading. Ideal for the specialist and newcomer alike, as a stimulating, accessible guide it raises vital questions about the quality of future debate. In a world where relativism often goes untested, this book clarifies the alternatives. Our students find their own voice in this intriguing, indispensible work - highly recommended.' -- Esmond Lee, Head of Religious Studies, Trnity School Croydon "My IB Philosophy students always find Peter Vardy's books invaluable guides to enhance their knowledge. This new book is a 'must have' for all teachers and students of ethics. It is highly engaging and provides an extremely comprehensive guide which will increase the readers breadth and depth of knowledge." -- Lucie Purves, Head of Philosophy, Sha Tin College, Hong Kong "Wow! I wish I could lock myself away for a few weeks and really do justice to the book. It makes me hope to win the lotto and go off and study philosophy without the cares of the 'job'! Throughout this book the authors explore the universal themes of truth, freedom and conscience in ethics. Even the novice philosopher will find the book accessible." -- Helen Smith St. Joseph's College, Sydney We all think we know what is meant by right and wrong until pressed to give a plausible account of what me mean by these terms. This is where this book begins and eventually concludes. In between it offers an admirably clear account of the key strands in ethics from the classic thinkers, via the medieval theologians to the post-Enlightenment philosophers. Whether one is an for A Level student wanting a more sophisticated discussion of the ethical landscape or an undergraduate needing a very clear outline of the issues this book has the great virtue that it provides just enough to understand the scholarly debates but not so much to overwhelm. Michael Wilcockson, A Level Chief Examiner, Head of Philosophy, Eton College

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