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The Expanding Circle

- Ethics, Evolution, and Moral Progress

About The Expanding Circle

What is ethics? Where do moral standards come from? Are they based on emotions, reason, or some innate sense of right and wrong? This title argues that altruism began as a genetically based drive to protect one's kin and community members but has developed into a consciously chosen ethic with an expanding circle of moral concern.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780691150697
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 232
  • Published:
  • May 7, 2011
  • Edition:
  • Dimensions:
  • 145x209x17 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 292 g.
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Description of The Expanding Circle

What is ethics? Where do moral standards come from? Are they based on emotions, reason, or some innate sense of right and wrong? This title argues that altruism began as a genetically based drive to protect one's kin and community members but has developed into a consciously chosen ethic with an expanding circle of moral concern.

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