The Categorical Imperative: A Study In Kant's Moral Philosophy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436713993)

The Categorical Imperative: A Study In Kant�������s Moral Philosophy by H. J. Paton is a comprehensive exploration of the moral philosophy of Immanuel Kant, one of the most influential philosophers in history. The book examines the concept of the categorical imperative, which is Kant's central ethical principle. The categorical imperative is the idea that actions should be based on universal principles that can be applied to all rational beings.Paton's book provides a detailed analysis of Kant's moral theory, including his views on autonomy, freedom, and the nature of moral obligation. The author also discusses the various criticisms of Kant's moral philosophy, including objections to the concept of the categorical imperative and its application in real-world situations.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Kant's moral philosophy. The first chapter provides an introduction to Kant's moral theory, while subsequent chapters delve deeper into various aspects of the categorical imperative, such as its relationship to reason, the nature of moral principles, and the role of autonomy in moral decision-making.Overall, The Categorical Imperative: A Study In Kant�������s Moral Philosophy is an essential resource for anyone interested in the philosophy of Immanuel Kant or ethical theory more broadly. Paton's clear and concise writing style makes the book accessible to both students and scholars, while his in-depth analysis of Kant's moral philosophy provides a valuable contribution to the field 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: 1436713994
ISBN-13: 9781436713993
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 284
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.29lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d