Bøger af Jr. Hill

Beyond Duty presents key works on Kantian moral theory and practical ethics from a distinguished Kant scholar and moral philosopher. With a new emphasis on ideals beyond the strictest requirements of moral duty, Thomas E. Hill, Jr. expands the core aspects of Kantian ethics to offer a broader perspective on familiar moral problems.

Thomas E. Hill, Jr., interprets and extends Kant's moral theory in a series of essays that highlight its relevance to contemporary ethics. He introduces the major themes of Kantian ethics and explores its practical application to questions about revolution, prison reform, and forcible interventions in other countries for humanitarian purposes.

Thomas Hill presents a set of essays exploring the implications of basic Kantian ideas for practical issues. The first part of the book provides background in central themes in Kant's ethics; the second part discusses questions regarding human welfare; the third focuses on moral worth.

This stimulating collection of essays in ethics eschews the simple exposition and refinement of abstract theories.

During his distinguished career, John L Hill Jr served as secretary of state, attorney general, and chief justice of the state supreme court. Hill's office played a significant role in resolving the disposition of Howard Hughes' fabled estate to bring tens of millions of dollars into Texas coffers. This title tells his story.