Morals In Evolution: A Study In Comparative Ethics Part I

By Leonard Trelawney Hobhouse

Book Overview

Morals In Evolution: A Study In Comparative Ethics Part I is a book written by L.T. Hobhouse, which explores the evolution of morals and ethics across different cultures and societies. The book is divided into several parts, with the first part focusing on the development of ethics in primitive societies, and how these early moral codes have influenced modern ethical systems.Hobhouse also examines the role of religion in shaping moral values, and how different religious beliefs have influenced ethical codes throughout history. He discusses the impact of social and economic factors on the development of ethics, and how changing social structures have led to changes in moral values.Throughout the book, Hobhouse emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical and cultural context in which ethical systems have developed, and how this understanding can help us to better understand and evaluate modern ethical issues.Overall, Morals In Evolution: A Study In Comparative Ethics Part I is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the evolution of ethics and morality, and will be of interest to anyone interested in philosophy, sociology, or cultural studies.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430456086
• ISBN13: 9781430456087
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"