Outlines of the History of Ethics

Outlines of the History of Ethics is a book written by the English philosopher Henry Sidgwick. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of ethical thought, tracing the development of ethical theories from ancient times to the 19th century. Sidgwick begins by examining the ethical ideas of the ancient Greeks, including the works of Plato and Aristotle. He then moves on to discuss the ethical theories of the Stoics, the Epicureans, and the Roman philosophers. The book also covers the ethical ideas of the medieval period, including the works of Thomas Aquinas and the Scholastics.In addition to discussing the history of ethics, Sidgwick also addresses contemporary ethical issues, such as the nature of morality, the role of reason in ethical decision-making, and the relationship between ethics and religion. Overall, Outlines of the History of Ethics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of ethical thought throughout history. It provides a clear and concise overview of the major ethical theories and thinkers, and offers insights into the evolution of ethical ideas over time.1892. Henry Sidgwick was the quintessential Victorian, the perfect 19th Century English academic. Throughout the 1860s, he would undertake the study of philosophy, religious history and ethics. Sidgwick was particularly influenced by the thought of John Stuart Mill. He is best remembered for his famous volume, The Methods of Ethics. Contents: Greek and Greco-Roman Ethics; Christianity and Mediaeval Ethics; Modern, Chiefly English, Ethics; General Account of the Subject; Greek and Greco-Roman Ethics; Christianity and Mediaeval Ethics; and Modern, Chiefly English, Ethics. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.