Philosophers have been devising conundrums & thought experiments to stretch the mind for more than two millennia. They are motivated by the idea that the way we try to solve such things tells us something about ourselves & how we see the world. Reflecting carefully upon a particular moral dilemma provides an insight into our overall views on morality & can affect the way we see real-world controversies. For example if David & John both drink drive & John runs over a child should they both be in prison? What do our answers tell us about personal responsibility & justifications for punishment? Would You Eat Your Cat?" examines some of the classic conundrums & thought experiments that philosophers throughout history have devised to challenge their preconceptions. Clear & witty each serves as an introduction to key concepts in philosophy ethics & metaphysics. Designed to challenge your preconceptions uncover your deeply held beliefs & tell you something about yourself & how you see the world the book also
Includes:: 'morality barometers' & an ethics quiz to help you discover which schools of thought you are most closely aligned with."