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CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS Kant: The Metaphysics Of Morals by Immanuel Kant , Translated by Mary Gregor , Edited by Lara Denis
The Metaphysics of Morals is Kants final major work in moral philosophy. In it, he presents the basic concepts and principles of right and virtue and the system of duties of human beings as such. The work comprises two parts: the Doctrine of Right concerns outer freedom and the rights of human beings against one another; the Doctrine of Virtue concerns inner freedom and the ethical duties of human beings to themselves and others. Mary Gregors translation, lightly revised for this edition, is the only complete translation of the entire text, and includes extensive annotation on Kants difficult and sometimes unfamiliar vocabulary. This edition includes numerous new footnotes, some of which address controversial aspects of Gregors translation or offer alternatives. Lara Deniss introduction sets the work in context, explains its structure and themes, and introduces important interpretive debates. The volume also provides thorough guidance on further reading including online resources.show more