Herbert Spencer

The Data of Ethics (eBook, ePUB)

Empirical Foundations of Moral Principles and Human Conduct

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Herbert Spencer's 'The Data of Ethics' is a seminal work that delves into the philosophical analysis of morality and ethical behavior. Written in a clear and insightful prose, the book explores the foundations of ethics based on empirical data and scientific principles, setting it apart from traditional moral philosophy. Spencer's literary style is characterized by logical arguments and meticulous reasoning, making the text both intellectual and thought-provoking. Positioned within the context of 19th-century social Darwinism, the book reflects Spencer's belief in the evolution of society and the individual. With references to biology, psychology, and sociology, 'The Data of Ethics' provides a comprehensive framework for understanding moral principles and human conduct. Herbert Spencer, a prominent British philosopher and sociologist, was deeply influenced by the scientific theories of his time, which inspired him to adopt a systematic approach in his ethical writings. His insights into the ethical development of individuals and society continue to resonate in contemporary moral philosophy. I highly recommend 'The Data of Ethics' to readers interested in exploring the intersection of science and morality, as well as those seeking a rigorous and analytical examination of ethical principles.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 245
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664591937
• Artikelnr.: 58436487

Autorenporträt

English polymath Herbert Spencer worked as a sociologist, anthropological, biologist, psychologist, and philosopher. The phrase "survival of the fittest" was first used by Spencer in Principles of Biology (1864), following his reading of Charles Darwin's 1859 book On the Origin of Species. Although the name primarily denotes natural selection, Spencer also embraced Lamarckism since he believed that evolution extends into the fields of sociology and ethics. Spencer created a comprehensive theory of evolution that included the progressive development of biological systems, the physical environment, human thought, culture, and society. He made contributions to many different fields as a polymath, such as politics, economics, anthropology, ethics, literature, astronomy, biology, sociology, and psychology. He attained great power throughout his lifetime, mostly in academic English-speaking circles. Although Spencer was "the single most famous European intellectual in the closing decades of the nineteenth century," his impact began to wane after 1900. Talcott Parsons questioned, "Who now reads Spencer?" in 1937. Spencer, the son of William George Spencer (often referred to as George), was born in Derby, England, on April 27, 1820.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface
1. Conduct in general
2. The evolution of conduct
3. Good and bad conduct
4. Ways of judging conduct
5. The physical view
6. The biological view
7. The psychological view
8. The sociological view
9. Criticisms and explanations
10. The relativity of pains and pleasures
11. Egoism versus altruism
12. Altruism versus egoism
13. Trial and compromise
14. Conciliation
15. Absolute ethics and relative ethics
16. The scope of ethics.