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“Almost any established decision procedure is better than a resort to force; for when force is used, people get hurt and the desire for retaliation is likely to lead to more violence. Moreover, most decision procedures produce results at least as beneficial and just as a resort to force.”

Quote by Peter Singer

Work

Practical Ethics

This book analyzes ethical theory in the context of concrete moral choices and everyday situations. The work addresses questions about how individuals and societies should make ethical decisions when confronted with dilemmas involving harm, welfare, and moral responsibility. Through case-based examination, the author explores the application of ethical frameworks to practical affairs, considering both personal conduct and broader social issues requiring moral judgment. more

Author

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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