About the book
Hugh P. McDonald's John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy breaks new ground by applying Dewey's insights to a new approach to philosophy of the environment; the concern for the rights of animals; the preservation of rare species, habitats, and landscapes; and the health of the whole ecology. The book summarizes much of the current literature on environmental ethics, concentrating on the writings of major figures in the movement: Tom Regan, J. Baird Callicott, Holmes Rolston, and Bryan Norton. The heart of the book consists of a detailed analysis of Dewey's ethics, his theory of intrinsic value, and his holistic approach to moral justification. Arguing against the idea that Dewey's philosophy is anthropocentric, McDonald makes a strong case that using Dewey's philosophy will result in a superior framework for environmental ethics.
Editions of John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780791458730
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780791458747
- PDF
- ISBN 9780791486214
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Hugh P. McDonald's John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy breaks new ground by applying Dewey's insights to a new approach to philosophy of the environment; the concern for the rights of animals; the preservation of rare species, habitats, and landscapes; and the health of the whole ecology. The book summarizes much of the current literature on environmental ethics, concentrating on the writings of major figures in the movement: Tom Regan, J. Baird Callicott, Holmes Rolston, and Bryan Norton. The heart of the book consists of a detailed analysis of Dewey's ethics, his theory of intrinsic value, and his holistic approach to moral justification. Arguing against the idea that Dewey's philosophy is anthropocentric, McDonald makes a strong case that using Dewey's philosophy will result in a superior framework for environmental ethics.
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What is John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy about?
Hugh P. McDonald's John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy breaks new ground by applying Dewey's insights to a new approach to philosophy of the environment; the concern for the rights of animals; the preservation of rare species, habitats, and landscapes; and the health of the whole ecology. The book summarizes much of the current literature on environmental ethics, concentrating on the writings of major figures in the movement: Tom Regan, J. Baird Callicott, Holmes Rolston, and Bryan Norton. The heart of the book consists of a detailed analysis of Dewey's ethics, his theory of intrinsic value, and his holistic approach to moral justification. Arguing against the idea that Dewey's philosophy is anthropocentric, McDonald makes a strong case that using Dewey's philosophy will result in a superior framework for environmental ethics.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy?
Philosophy and Religion > Philosophy > Philosophical traditions and schools of thought > Western philosophy from c 1800 > Pragmatism
Where can I read a sample of John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy?
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How long is John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy and how many pages does it have?
John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy has 247 page(s)
Is John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series SUNY series in Environmental Philosophy and Ethics
Who is/are the Author/s of the book John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy?
Hugh P. McDonald
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
John Dewey and Environmental Philosophy is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780791458730) and paperback(ISBN 9780791458747) and pdf(ISBN 9780791486214)
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