Creative Morality: An Introduction to Theoretical and Practical Ethics

Description

Creative Morality is a philosophical study of moral dilemmas which is designed to heighten our awareness of the ethical systems on which most of us base our moral decisions. Don MacNiven provides a theoretical basis for critical discussion of these systems and contributes to the development of a comprehensive ethical theory which is suitable for contemporary moral problems.

MacNiven examines a diverse range of topics such as academic honesty, confidentiality of medical records, terrorism, experiments with human subjects, euthanasia, bribery and environmental issues. The book develops a new moral epistemology based on the hypothesis that moral thought is inherently creative rather than mechanical. The hypothetical dilemmas used in the book are based on real life situations, so that theory can be tested against reality. In order to solve moral dilemmas, MacNiven argues, we need both personal and social growth, which requires creativity in both thought and action.