Global Ethics and Moral Responsibility
Hans Jonas and his Critics
John-Stewart Gordon editor Holger Burckhart editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:20th Mar '14
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The philosophy of Hans Jonas was widely influential in the late twentieth century, warning of the potential dangers of technological progress and its negative effect on humanity and nature. Jonas advocated greater moral responsibility and taking this as a starting point, this volume explores current ethical issues within the context of his philosophy. It considers the vital intersection between law and global ethics, covering issues related to technology and ethics, medical ethics, religion and environmental ethics. Examining different aspects of Hans Jonas’ philosophy and applying it to contemporary issues, leading international scholars and experts on his work suggest original and promising solutions to topical problems. This collection of articles revives interest in Hans Jonas’ ethical reasoning and his notion of responsibility. The book covers a wide range of areas and is useful to those interested in philosophy and theory of law, human rights, ethics, bioethics, environmental law, philosophy and theology as well as political theory and philosophy.
'Given renewed scholarly interest in the philosophy of Hans Jonas, this volume should be of great relevance to scholars in bioethics, environmental ethics and applied philosophy generally. The editors have been masterly in the compilation of superb contributions to the debate in this anthology.' Udo Schuklenk, Queen's University, Canada
ISBN: 9781409452300
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 544g
238 pages