Rachels J. The Elements of Moral Philosophy

4th Edition. — McGraw-Hill Higher Ed., 2003. — 252 p. — ISBN: 007-2476907.The Elements of Moral Philosophy by James Rachels and Stuart Rachels is a best-selling text for undergraduate courses in ethics. Thirteen thought-provoking chapters introduce readers to major moral concepts and theories in philosophy through clear, understandable explanations and compelling discussions.What is morality?
The challenge of cultural relativism
Subjectivism in ethics
Does morality depend on religion?
Ethical egoism
The utilitarian approach
The debate over utilitarianism
Are there absolute moral rules?
Kant and respect for persons
The Idea of a Social Contact
Feminism and the ethics of care
The ethics of Virtue
What would a satisfactory moral theory be like?