On Consequentialism - A brief and critical analysis of the established arguments for and against

Essay from the year 2012 in the subject Philosophy - Philosophy of the 20th century, , course: EPQ, language: English, abstract: There is, in modern society, a general trend of antipathy regarding morality, leading to an acceptance of unconsidered egocentric utilitarianism. This essay sets out to combat blind consequentialism in its most esteemed form, in favour of a considered approach, regardless of perspective. The outcome is a brief analysis of the concepts and arguments in one of the most prominent debates in ethics, providing a concise evaluation of the key tenets of both sides.

Product details

• Authors: Liam Rodgers
• Publisher: Grin Verlag
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 18.12.2012
• EAN: 9783656334309
• ISBN: 978-3-656-33430-9
• No. of pages: 24
• Dimensions: 148 mm x 210 mm x 2 mm
• Weight: 51 g
• Series: Akademische Schriftenreihe; Akademische Schriftenreihe Bd. V200425; Akademische Schriftenreihe; Akademische Schriftenreihe Bd. V200425
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Philosophy > 20th and 21st centuries; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Philosophy: antiquity to present day