Ethics for Disaster (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal

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Ethics for Disaster (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy)

Ethics for Disaster addresses the moral aspects of hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, plane crashes, Avian Flu pandemics, and other disasters. Naomi Zack explores how these catastrophes illuminate the existing inequalities in society. By employing the moral systems of utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics to analyze the consequences of recent natural disasters, Zack reveals the special plight of the poor, disabled, and infirm when tragedy strikes.

Zack explores the political foundations of social contract theory and dignitarianism and invites readers to rethink the distinction between risk in normal times and risk in disaster. Using both real life and fictional examples, Zack forcefully argues for the preservation of normal moral principles in times of national crisis and emergency, stressing the moral obligation of both individuals and government in preparing for and responding to disaster..

Country	USA
Author	Naomi Zack
Binding	Kindle Edition
EISBN	9780742564961
Format	Kindle eBook
Label	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Manufacturer	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	164
PublicationDate	2009-05-16
Publisher	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
ReleaseDate	2009-03-31
Studio	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Ethics for Disaster (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy)