An Introduction to Evolutionary Ethics

Offering the first general introductory text to this subject, the timely Introduction to Evolutionary Ethics reflects the most up-to-date research and current issues being debated in both psychology and philosophy. The book presents students to the areas of cognitive psychology, normative ethics, and metaethics.

• The first general introduction to evolutionary ethics
• Provides a comprehensive survey of work in three distinct areas of research: cognitive psychology, normative ethics, and metaethics
• Presents the most up-to-date research available in both psychology and philosophy
• Written in an engaging and accessible style for undergraduates and the interested general reader
• Discusses the evolution of morality, broadening its relevance to those studying psychology

Keywords: philosophy, evolution, biology, darwin, hume, g.e. moore, gene, natural selection, moral psychology