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Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals: with On a Supposed Right to Lie because of Philanthropic Concerns

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals: with On a Supposed Right to Lie because of Philanthropic Concerns
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Immanuel Kant
Translated by James W. Ellington
SeriesHackett Classics
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:92
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 153
Category/GenreHistory of Western philosophy
Ethics and moral philosophy
ISBN/Barcode 9780872201668
ClassificationsDewey:193
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Imprint Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Publication Date 15 June 1993
Publication Country United States

Description

This expanded edition of James Ellington's preeminent translation of Grounding of the Metaphysics of Morals includes his new translation of Kant's essay 'On a Supposed Right to Lie Because of Philanthropic Concerns', in which Kant replies to one of the standard objections to his moral theory as presented in the main text: that it requires us to tell the truth even in the face of harmful consequences.

Author Biography

Immanuel Kant; Translated by James W Eillington

Reviews

I love teaching this edition of the Groundwork. It is highly readable while accurate, and affordable for undergraduates. --Mark LeBar, Ohio University