In Reciprocity, first published in 1986, Lawrence Becker presents a sustained argument about reciprocity, beginning with the strategy for developing a moral theory of the virtues. He considers the concept of reciprocity in detail, contending that it is a basic virtue that provides the basis for pare
Reciprocity (Routledge Revivals)
β Scribed by Lawrence C. Becker
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Year
- 2014
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 451
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
In Reciprocity, first published in 1986, Lawrence Becker presents a sustained argument about reciprocity, beginning with the strategy for developing a moral theory of the virtues. He considers the concept of reciprocity in detail, contending that it is a basic virtue that provides the basis for parental authority, obligations to future generations, and obedience to law.
β¦ Table of Contents
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Original Title Page
Dedication
Original Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
A Note about Form
PART 1: THEORY
Introduction to Part 1
Chapter 1: The General Conception of Morality
Chapter 2: Moral Theory
Chapter 3: Reciprocity
Chapter 4: Virtues and Priorities
Chapter 5: Virtue, Social Structure, and Obligation
PART 2: PRACTICE
Introduction to Part 2
Chapter 6: Families
Friends
Chapter 7: Future Generations
Chapter 8: Law
PART 3: SCHOLIUM
Introduction to Part 3
Notes on Form
Notes to Chapter 1
Notes to Chapter 2
Notes to Chapter 3
Notes to Chapter 4
Notes to Chapter 5
Notes to Chapter 6
Notes to βFriendsβ
Notes to Chapter 7
Notes to Chapter 8
Index of Names
Index of Subjects
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