A Review Of Aristotle's System Of Ethics

""A Review of Aristotle's System of Ethics"" is a book written by Edward Meredith Cope in 1867. The book is a prelection that was read before the Vice-Chancellor and Council of the Senate on February 16, 1867. The main focus of the book is to provide an in-depth analysis and review of Aristotle's system of ethics. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which delves into different aspects of Aristotle's ethical system. Cope begins by providing a brief overview of Aristotle's life and work, before moving on to discuss the concept of happiness as the ultimate goal of human life, which Aristotle believed was achievable through the cultivation of virtue.Cope then explores Aristotle's concept of virtue, which he believed was a habit or disposition to act in a morally good way. He discusses the different types of virtues, including intellectual virtues and moral virtues, and how they can be developed through education and practice.The book also delves into Aristotle's views on the importance of friendship in ethical life, as well as his beliefs about the role of pleasure and pain in moral decision-making. Cope concludes the book by discussing the relevance of Aristotle's ethical system in contemporary society and the ongoing debate about the nature of ethics.Overall, ""A Review of Aristotle's System of Ethics"" provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of one of the most influential ethical systems in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, or the history of ideas.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.