Progressive Morality: An Essay in Ethics by Thomas Fowler
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Fowler, Thomas, 1832-1904
English
"Progressive Morality: An Essay in Ethics" by Thomas Fowler is an ethical treatise written in the late 19th century. The work explores moral principles, emphasizing the practical applications of ethics over theoretical debates. It aims to articulate a scientific understanding of morality that evolves alongside society's increasing intelligence and ...
ethical behavior. He discusses the need to distinguish between different sanctions—such as legal, social, and moral—and highlights how morality can be better understood through practical examples rather than abstract theories. Fowler posits that ethical investigation is often neglected due to discomfort with questioning established moral principles. He aims to provide a framework for understanding the development and education of moral sentiment, asserting that ethics must adapt over time as society progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Paul Jackson
7 months agoBefore I started my latest project, I read this and the language used is precise without being overly academic or confusing. The insights gained here are worth every minute of reading.