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This book provides a thorough introduction to Henry Sidgwick’s ethical philosophy, one of the most important contributions to moral theory in the 19th century. Anthony Skelton examines Sidgwick’s utilitarian framework, his method of ethics, and his analysis of self-interest versus altruism in moral deliberation.
The work covers Sidgwick’s major works, particularly The Methods of Ethics, and demonstrates how his thinking shaped contemporary debates in normative ethics, meta-ethics, and practical reasoning. Skelton explores the tensions in Sidgwick’s philosophy, including the famous ‘dualism of practical reason,’ and shows how these challenges remain relevant to modern ethical discussions.
Part of the Elements in Ethics series, this volume is designed for students and scholars seeking to understand Sidgwick’s legacy and its implications for contemporary moral philosophy.
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