History as past ethics; an introduction to the history of morals by P. V. N. Myers
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"History as Past Ethics: An Introduction to the History of Morals" by Philip Van Ness Myers is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work aims to explore the moral dimensions of human history, emphasizing how ethical ideals evolve over time and how they are shaped by various social, political, and religious influences. It seeks to provide insights into the history of morals as a crucial aspect of understanding
human civilization. The opening of the book introduces the concept of the historian's role in understanding moral progress, positing that the essence of historical evolution lies in moral development. Myers emphasizes that morality is a driving force behind historical movements and that the study of ethical progress is essential for grasping the full narrative of human history. He discusses different interpretations of history and argues against the reduction of historical study to politics, economics, or intellect, advocating instead for the recognition of morality as the central theme. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of moral ideas and their transformations across different cultures and epochs, ultimately aspiring to show how collective morality expands from kinship groups to encompass the whole of humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Myers, P. V. N. (Philip Van Ness), 1846-1937 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 13007341 |
| Title | History as past ethics; an introduction to the history of morals |
| Original Publication | Boston: Ginn & Co., 1913. |
| Credits | WebRover, Tim Lindell, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| Subject | Ethics -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73430 |
| Release Date | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1220 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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