The Categorical Imperative: A Study In Kant's Moral Philosophy (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163183663)

The Categorical Imperative: A Study in Kant's Moral Philosophy is a comprehensive exploration of the central concept of Immanuel Kant's ethical theory, the categorical imperative. Written by H.J. Paton, a renowned philosopher and Kant scholar, the book provides a detailed analysis of Kant's moral philosophy, focusing on the categorical imperative as the foundation of his ethical system.The book begins with an introduction to Kant's philosophy, including his views on metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics. From there, Paton delves into the concept of the categorical imperative, examining its various formulations and exploring its implications for ethical decision-making.Throughout the book, Paton provides clear and concise explanations of Kant's ideas, making them accessible to readers with little or no background in philosophy. He also engages with contemporary debates in moral philosophy, showing how Kant's ideas continue to influence ethical theory today.Overall, The Categorical Imperative is an essential resource for anyone interested in Kant's moral philosophy, as well as for students and scholars of ethics more broadly. With its clear and engaging prose, it is an accessible introduction to one of the most important ethical theories in the history of philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: H. J. Paton
ISBN-10: 1163183660
ISBN-13: 9781163183663
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 284
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.60d