The Ethics of Sex

An Introduction

Neil McArthur author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:30th Mar '22

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The Ethics of Sex: An Introduction systematically and comprehensively examines the ethical issues surrounding the concept of sex. It addresses important questions such as:

  • How can we approach questions of sexual ethics in a philosophical way?
  • Must we give affirmative consent to all sexual activity, and what would be the impact of implementing an affirmative consent standard into law?
  • Can our dating preferences ever be considered a form of discrimination?
  • Is BDSM sex compatible with feminism?
  • Should we promote monogamy as the best way to live?
  • Is it harmful to have a relationship with a robot?
  • Should sex work be decriminalized?
  • Is there a right to sex?

Including discussion questions and suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter The Ethics of Sex is the perfect philosophical introduction to the perennially topical issue, and ideal reading for students taking courses within the fields of applied ethics, sociology, law, religion and politics.

'Reading Neil McArthur's textbook on sexual ethics is worthwhile simply because it introduces topics, convictions, and arguments that are still largely absent from official theological discourse. "Sexual ethics is an exciting field". This promising opening sentence of the book draws attention to the fact that numerous social and technological developments in the field of sexuality are triggering new and usually controversial moral debates, often cutting across ethical approaches and socio-political movements. ... This book does what a textbook should: it provides a thematic overview and lays bare the points of discussion and arguments that are essential for an open debate on moral and legal issues.' - Stephan Goertz, Theologische Revue

'This book systematically and comprehensively examines the ethical issues surrounding the concept of sex. ... Each chapter is rich in breadth and depth of discussion, especially the chapter on consent, and each has a "Questions for Discussion" section. The book would be ideal as a textbook for courses on sexual ethics.Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty; professionals; general readers.' - J. A. Kegley, CHOICE


'Reading Neil McArthur's textbook on sexual ethics is worthwhile simply because it introduces topics, convictions, and arguments that are still largely absent from official theological discourse. "Sexual ethics is an exciting field". This promising opening sentence of the book draws attention to the fact that numerous social and technological developments in the field of sexuality are triggering new and usually controversial moral debates, often cutting across ethical approaches and socio-political movements. ... This book does what a textbook should: it provides a thematic overview and lays bare the points of discussion and arguments that are essential for an open debate on moral and legal issues.' - Stephan Goertz, Theologische Revue

'This book systematically and comprehensively examines the ethical issues surrounding the concept of sex. ... Each chapter is rich in breadth and depth of discussion, especially the chapter on consent, and each has a "Questions for Discussion" section. The book would be ideal as a textbook for courses on sexual ethics.Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty; professionals; general readers.' - J. A. Kegley, CHOICE

ISBN: 9781138213203

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Weight: 453g

314 pages