The Moral Law: Groundwork of the Metaphysic of Morals (Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals)

Few books have had as great an impact on intellectual history as Kant's The Moral Law. In its short compass one of the greatest minds in the history of philosophy attempts to identify the fundamental principle 'morality' that governs human action. Supported by a clear introduction and detailed summary of the argument, this is not only an essential text for students but also the perfect introduction for any reader who wishes to encounter at first hand the mind of one of the finest and most influential thinkers of all time. Read more... Abstract: Few books have had as great an impact on intellectual history as Kant's The Moral Law. In its short compass one of the greatest minds in the history of philosophy attempts to identify the fundamental principle 'morality' that governs human action. Supported by a clear introduction and detailed summary of the argument, this is not only an essential text for students but also the perfect introduction for any reader who wishes to encounter at first hand the mind of one of the finest and most influential thinkers of all time Content: Front Cover The Moral Law Copyright Page Contents Translator'sPreface Commentary and Analysis of the Argument Preface 1. The approach to moral philosophy 2. Outline of a metaphysic of morals 3. Outline of a critique of practical reason Groundwork of the Metaphysic of Morals Preface 1. Passage from ordinary rational knowledge ofmorality to philosophical 2. Passage from popular moral philosophy to ametaphysic of morals 3. Passage from a metaphysic of morals to acritique of pure practical reason Notes Index. "Kant carries his readers with him as he seeks 'the supreme principle of morality'. Supported by a clear introduction and detailed summary of the argument, this is the perfect introduction for any reader who wishes to encounter at first hand the mind of one of the finest and most influential thinkers of all time"--Publisher's description A translation of Kant's classic statement of his moral philosophy with analysis and notes, Kant ranks with Plato and Aristotle as one of the most important philosophers of all time Immanuel Kant: 1724-1804 Grundlegung Zur Metaphysik Der Sitten was originally published in 1785 The only thing that is good without qualification or restriction is a good will.