Great Readings
This document consists of great books or articles on Moral Philosophy (Ethics). Some are here because there is a course covering the same material; some are just great books that you should read at some point in your career.
Once you have made it through most of the curriculum, knowing whether a book is worth your time will become easier. Or, if you are struggling in one of the courses, perhaps reading a book on the subject will help.
Normative Ethics
| Name | Author(s) |
|---|---|
| The Elements of Moral Philosophy | James Rachels and Stuart Rachels |
| Ethics: History, Theory, and Contemporary Issues | Steven M. Cahn and Peter Markie |
Applied Ethics
| Name | Author(s) |
|---|---|
| Practical Ethics | Peter Singer |
| The Life You Can Save (free online) | Peter Singer |
Metaethics and Advanced Theory
| Name | Author(s) |
|---|---|
| Ethics: Inventing Right and Wrong (borrow on Archive.org) | John L. Mackie |
| After Virtue | Alasdair MacIntyre |