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Metaethics: An Exploration of Morality's Foundation

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Metaethics: An by Andrew Fisher is a comprehensive guide to the philosophical study of morality. It provides an accessible overview of the major theories and debates in metaethics, from classical to contemporary approaches. Fisher's clear and engaging writing style makes this book an ideal resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the foundations of morality.

What is Metaethics?

Metaethics is a branch of philosophy that studies the nature of morality itself. It is concerned with questions such as:

Metaethics: An Introduction

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What is the nature of moral properties?
What is the source of moral obligation?
How can we know what is morally right and wrong?

Metaethics is distinct from normative ethics, which is concerned with what actions are morally right or wrong. Normative ethics provides guidance for how we should live our lives, while metaethics investigates the foundations of our moral beliefs.

Major Theories in Metaethics

There are a wide variety of theories in metaethics, but some of the most influential include:

Moral realism: The view that moral properties are objective and mind-independent.
Moral anti-realism: The view that moral properties are not objective, but rather subjective or conventional.
Moral cognitivism: The view that moral judgments are statements of fact.
Moral non-cognitivism: The view that moral judgments are not statements of fact, but rather expressions of emotion or imperatives.

Fisher provides detailed discussions of each of these theories, as well as their strengths and weaknesses. He also explores the connections between metaethics and other areas of philosophy, such as epistemology and metaphysics.

The Importance of Metaethics

Metaethics is an important field of study because it provides a foundation for our understanding of morality. By investigating the nature of moral properties, the source of moral obligation, and the possibility of moral knowledge, metaethics helps us to understand the basis of our moral beliefs and practices. This knowledge is essential for making informed decisions about how to live our lives and how to create a just and equitable society.

Why Read Metaethics: An by Andrew Fisher?

Metaethics: An by Andrew Fisher is the most comprehensive and up-to-date to metaethics available. It is an essential resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the foundations of morality. Fisher's clear and engaging writing style makes this book accessible to readers of all levels.

If you are interested in learning more about the nature of morality, then Metaethics: An by Andrew Fisher is the book for you.

About the Author

Andrew Fisher is Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego. He is the author of numerous books and articles on metaethics and moral philosophy. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the British Academy.

Reviews of Metaethics: An by Andrew Fisher

"Fisher's Metaethics is a clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date to this important field. It is an essential resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the foundations of morality." - Michael Smith, University of Princeton

"Fisher's book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the foundations of morality. It is a must-read for students and scholars alike." - Peter Railton, University of Michigan

"Fisher's Metaethics is essential reading for anyone interested in the nature of morality. It is a superbly written and authoritative to this fascinating and important field." - Richard Joyce, Birkbeck College, University of London

Metaethics: An Introduction

by Andrew Fisher

4.8 out of 5