Why Good is Good

<p>Where do our moral beliefs come from? Theologians and scientists provide often conflicting answers. Robert Hinde resolves these conflicts to offer a groundbreaking, multidisciplinary response, drawing on psychology, philosophy, evolutionary biology and social anthropology.<br>Hinde argues that understanding the origins of our morality can clarify the debates surrounding contemporary ethical dilemmas such as genetic modification, increasing consumerism and globalisation. Well-chosen examples and helpful summaries make this an accessible volume for students, professionals and others interested in contemporary and historical ethics.</p> Part 1 Setting the stage; Chapter 1 What Does Morality Include?; Chapter 2 The Approach; Chapter 3 Notes for a Conceptual Tool-Kit; Chapter 4 Continuity and Change; Chapter 5 Morality and the Self-System; Part 2 Where do moral precepts come from?; Chapter 6 Acquisition of a ‘Moral Sense’ and Moral Codes; Chapter 7 Sources of Moral Precepts; Chapter 8 Sources of Moral Precepts; Chapter 9 Sources of Moral Precepts; Chapter 10 Sources of Moral Precepts; Chapter 11 Sources of Moral Precepts; Chapter 12 Speculations Concerning the Emergence of Moral Systems; Part 3 Some practical and theoretical issues; Chapter 13 Sources of Conflict; Chapter 14 Emphasis on Biological Bases is not Biological Determinism; Chapter 15 Conclusion;