Ethics, Humans and Other Animals_ An Introduction with Readings - Rosalind Hursthouse (2000).pdf

This introductory textbook is ideally suited to newcomers to philosophy and ethical problems.
Rosalind Hursthouse carefully introduces the three standard approaches in current ethical theory: utilitarianism, rights, and virtue ethics. She links each chapter to readings from key exponents such as Peter Singer and Mary Midgley and asks students to think critically about these readings for themselves.
Key features include clear activities and activities, chapter summaries and guides to further reading.

Review

'Clear, insightful look at all sides of the argument about our treatment of animals.' - Sunday Times
About the Author
Rosalind Hursthouse is Professor of Philosophy at the Open University. She is the author of On Virtue Ethics (OUP 1999) and editor of Virtues and Reasons (OUP 1998).