The Categorical Imperative: A Study In Kant s Moral Philosophy written by H. J. Paton is a comprehensive examination of one of the most fundamental concepts in the ethical theory of Immanuel Kant. The book explores the concept of the categorical imperative, which is the principle of morality that commands us to act in a certain way regardless of our desires or inclinations. The author delves into Kant s moral philosophy and provides a detailed analysis of the categorical imperative, its various formulations, and ...
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The Categorical Imperative: A Study In Kant s Moral Philosophy written by H. J. Paton is a comprehensive examination of one of the most fundamental concepts in the ethical theory of Immanuel Kant. The book explores the concept of the categorical imperative, which is the principle of morality that commands us to act in a certain way regardless of our desires or inclinations. The author delves into Kant s moral philosophy and provides a detailed analysis of the categorical imperative, its various formulations, and its implications for ethical decision-making. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Kant s moral theory. Paton discusses the role of reason in Kant s moral philosophy and how it is used to determine the moral worth of an action. He also explores the relationship between the categorical imperative and other ethical theories, such as consequentialism and virtue ethics. The book provides a historical context for Kant s moral philosophy and discusses the influence of other philosophers, such as Aristotle and Hume, on his thinking. Paton also examines the criticisms that have been leveled against Kant s moral theory and offers his own perspective on these critiques. Overall, The Categorical Imperative: A Study In Kant s Moral Philosophy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ethics or the development of Kant s moral theory. It provides a clear and accessible explanation of the categorical imperative and its place in ethical philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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