Personal Autonomy: Key Essays on Contemporary Moral Philosophy & Self-Governance - Essential Reading for Ethics Scholars & Philosophy Students

This volume brings together original essays addressing the theoretical foundations of the concept of autonomy, as well as essays investigating the relationship between autonomy and moral responsibility, freedom, political philosophy, and medical ethics. Written by prominent philosophers currently in these areas, the book represents cutting-edge research on the nature and value of autonomy and will be essential reading for a broad range of philosophers as well as psychologists.