Kant's Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals : : An Edinburgh Philosophical Guide / / John Callanan.

• Superior document: Title is part of eBook package: De Gruyter Edinburgh University Press Backlist eBook-Package 2013-2000
• VerfasserIn: Callanan, John,
• Place / Publishing House: Edinburgh : : Edinburgh University Press, , [2022]; ©2013
• Year of Publication: 2022
• Language: English
• Series: Edinburgh Philosophical Guides : EPG
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (144 p.)
• Other title: Frontmatter --; Contents --; Series Editor’s Preface --; Introduction --; 1. Historical Context --; 2. A Guide to the Text --; 3. Study Aids --; Bibliography --; Index
• Format: Mode of access: Internet via World Wide Web.
• ISBN: 9780748647279; 9783110780468
• DOI: 10.1515/9780748647279
• Access: restricted access
• Hierarchical level: Monograph
• Statement of Responsibility: John Callanan.

A step-by-step guide to Kant's first work on moral philosophyKant's Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals is considered a standard text in the history of moral philosophy as well as a classic work of moral philosophy in its own right. This guide provides a paragraph-by-paragraph account of the main themes of Kant's moral philosophy and a clear statement of his overall philosophical aims and arguments.Key Features:Written to be read alongside Groundwork for the Metaphysics of MoralsWorks through the text in the same way that students do, addressing potential problems and confusions as they ariseStudy Aids section helps students to understand the text and write their essays, including a glossary, example exam questions, common assessment criteria and tips for writing about KantIdentifies what is distinctive about Kantian ethics, compared to other ethical theories