A review by steph_demel
Ethics: A Very Short Introduction by Simon Blackburn

4.0

This is one of the best VSIs I've read so far. Blackburn's introduction to ethics is engaging, accessible, and packed full of useful information on the subject. I particularly like the way in which he organises the text into three broad sections "seven threats to ethics", "some ethical ideas", and "foundations", rather than separating each school of thought into its own chapter. This allows a fuller, richer discussion of the subject through bringing various strands of thought into dialogue and juxtaposition with one another, which - at least to me - feels more fruitful and interesting than the alternative of simply examining each alone. Highly recommended for anyone interested in, and looking to expand their knowledge of, this subject area.