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Ethics and War

An Introduction

Steven P Lee author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:22nd Dec '11

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An account of war ethics sensitive to the historical just war theory, informed by the contemporary concerns of war.

This book presents the basic principles of just war theory, showing how they evolved historically and how they are applied today in the real world of international relations. It will be invaluable for students and other readers interested in the ethical challenges posed by the changing nature of war.What are the ethical principles underpinning the idea of a just war and how should they be adapted to changing social and military circumstances? In this book, Steven P. Lee presents the basic principles of just war theory, showing how they evolved historically and how they are applied today in global relations. He examines the role of state sovereignty and individual human rights in the moral foundations of just war theory and discusses a wide range of topics including humanitarian intervention, preventive war, the moral status of civilians and enemy combatants, civil war and terrorism. He shows how just war theory relates to both pacifism and realism. Finally, he considers the future of war and the prospects for its obsolescence. His clear and wide-ranging discussion, richly illustrated with examples, will be invaluable for students and other readers interested in the ethical challenges posed by the changing nature of war.

'Highly recommended.' The Times Higher Education Supplement
'This is a fine book … it is one to read, and then keep as a reference. I know that I will keep my copy handy so I can get a quick overview of what other philosophers have to say … about a topic.' Nick Fotion, Emory University

ISBN: 9780521898836

Dimensions: 246mm x 175mm x 25mm

Weight: 750g

344 pages