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Taking Life

- Three Theories on the Ethics of Killing

About Taking Life

When is it right to kill? Three ethical theories are examined, deontology, a moral rights theory, and utilitarianism. The implications of each theory are worked out for different kinds of killing. In the final analysis, utilitarianism can best account for our considered intuitions about these kinds of killing.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780190225582
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 328
  • Published:
  • September 23, 2015
  • Dimensions:
  • 209x142x23 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 342 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: December 13, 2024
Extended return policy to January 30, 2025

Description of Taking Life

When is it right to kill? Three ethical theories are examined, deontology, a moral rights theory, and utilitarianism. The implications of each theory are worked out for different kinds of killing. In the final analysis, utilitarianism can best account for our considered intuitions about these kinds of killing.

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