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Ethics for Disaster

eBook - Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy
ISBN/EAN: 9780742564961
Umbreit-Nr.: 2164180

Sprache: Englisch
Umfang: 164 S.
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Einband: Keine Angabe

Erschienen am 16.06.2009
Auflage: 1/2009


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  • Zusatztext
    • Ethics for Disaster addresses the moral aspects of hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, plane crashes, Avian Flu pandemics, and other disasters. Naomi Zack explores how these catastrophes illuminate the existing inequalities in society. By employing the moral systems of utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics to analyze the consequences of recent natural disasters, Zack reveals the special plight of the poor, disabled, and infirm when tragedy strikes. Zack explores the political foundations of social contract theory and dignitarianism and invites readers to rethink the distinction between risk in normal times and risk in disaster. Using both real life and fictional examples, Zack forcefully argues for the preservation of normal moral principles in times of national crisis and emergency, stressing the moral obligation of both individuals and government in preparing for and responding to disaster..
  • Kurztext
    • Ethics for Disaster addresses the moral aspects of the aftermath of natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and tornadoes. The book explores how these catastrophes illuminate the existing inequalities in society, combining a unique philosophical approach with new moral thinking. Zack stresses the obligation of both individuals and government in preparing for and responding to dangerous times, forcefully arguing for the preservation of normal moral principles even in times of crisis and national emergency.
  • Autorenportrait
    • <span><span><span>Naomi Zack</span><span>is professor of philosophy at the University of Oregon. She has authored several books, including</span><span> Inclusive Feminism and Thinking About Race</span><span>.</span></span></span>