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Ethics in the Real World: 82 Brief Essays on Things That Matter

Ethics in the Real World is a thought-provoking compilation of 82 brief essays that examine a wide range of ethical issues. The essays cover topics such as personal integrity, professional ethics, social justice, and moral decision-making. Each essay is designed to be easily digestible, offering readers the opportunity to reflect on complex ethical questions in a concise and accessible format. The book is suitable for students, professionals, and anyone interested in exploring the nuances of ethical theory and its practical implications. more

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Peter Singer
Peter Singer

Peter Singer (born July 6, 1946) is an Australian moral philosopher renowned for his work in applied ethics, particularly animal liberation, effective altruism, and global poverty. He is a professor of bioethics at Princeton University and author of 'Animal Liberation,' a foundational text of the animal rights movement. Singer argues for extending moral consideration to all sentient beings based on utilitarian principles. His controversial views have sparked global debates but profoundly influenced contemporary ethics, charity practices, and animal welfare policies. more

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