The Right Thing to Do
Readings in Moral Philosophy
James Rachels editor Stuart Rachels editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Publishing:5th Mar '26
£59.99
This title is due to be published on 5th March, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
The ninth edition of James Rachels' and Stuart Rachels' moral philosophy reader continues its legacy of providing students with foundational moral philosophy texts and a diverse collection of contemporary, thought-provoking essays.
Introductory essays by James Rachels supplement foundational readings in moral theory to provide students with a framework to engage with ethical issues. From discussions of right and wrong and duty and virtue, the book proceeds to contemporary themes so students may apply foundational concepts to current events and controversies.
Eight new readings from Elizabeth Kolbert, Nicholas Kristof, David Frum, and Stuart Rachels engage students on topics of climate change, immigration, childcare and education, gun violence, and government authority.
This is an incredible anthology. Relevant, diverse, and challenging essays tackle some of the most important issues in moral philosophy. I recommend the book unreservedly. * J. Wade Allen, Austin Community College, USA *
I have long used James and Stuart Rachels’s excellent reader for my ethics courses. It contains a fantastic sampling of essays by leading philosophers in the key areas in ethics. This newest edition preserves all that is best about earlier editions, while adding some very contemporary and relevant updates. * Matthew Wion, University of San Diego, USA *
ISBN: 9798765162354
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496 pages
9th edition