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Michale Brearley will give the next talk in the London series on philosophy and sport at 5.45 on Friday, 3 February. His talk is called, 'Rivalry and Cooperation in Sport'. Please note a change of venue: this talk will be in the Archaeology Lecture Theatre, Archaeology Building, on the corner of Gordon Square and Endsleigh Place.

Earth Ethics

Posted in London Lectures on 19/10/2009 - 09:32

What does Rolston mean by 'Earth ethics'?

Last Friday's lecture was given by Holmes Rolston III, and his topic was 'The Future of Environmental Ethics'.  He argued that what's needed is an Earth ethic.  Kantians value the good will.  Utilitarians value happiness or pleasure or the satisfaction of preferences or something of that sort.  What is at the heart of Earth ethics?  Well, the Earth, obviously, but, as James put it, what's the cash value of that proposition?

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about the postcasts

Posted by hm dorval on 2010-11-11 21:45:45 UTC

i just would like to know when the postcasts of the lectures will be available on the site. with thanks, h dorval

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