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Virtuous People, Vicious Deeds: An Introduction to Ethics

by Alexander E. Hooke

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This anthology helps students view virtue ethics as a significant and philosophically interesting approach to the good life. With the inclusion of historical and contemporary readings, Virtuous People, Vicious Deeds captures the complex nature of a wide range of virtues and vices.

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Genres: Philosophy, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 179.9 — Philosophy and Psychology Ethics Other ethical norms Humility - Liberality - Gentleness - Patience - Diligence - Charity - Modesty and other virtues
LCC: BJ1521 .V59 — Philosophy, Psychology and Religion Ethics Ethics Individual ethics. Character. Virtue
BISAC: PHI PHILOSOPHY Ethics & Moral Philosophy

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Languages: English
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Published: 1998
Genres: Philosophy, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 179.9
LCC: BJ1521 .V59

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