ISBN:
9781843767008
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (viii, 240 p)
,
ill
Series Statement:
Edward Elgar E-Book Archive
Parallel Title:
Available in another form
Parallel Title:
Elektronische Reproduktion von Cameron, Samuel, 1956 - The economics of sin
DDC:
174/.4
Keywords:
Rationalität
;
Ethik
;
Religion
;
Religionswissenschaft
;
Soziale Werte
;
Economics Moral and ethical aspects
;
Electronic books
;
Wirtschaftstheorie
;
Laster
;
Rational Choice
;
Laster
;
Wirtschaftstheorie
;
Rational Choice
Abstract:
1. Introduction -- 2. Tools of the trade : rational choice -- 3. Religion -- 4. Greed, lust, sloth and waste -- 5. Envy and jealousy -- 6. Lies and deceit -- 7. Matters of life and death -- 8. Addiction -- 9. Adultery -- 10. Prostitution -- 11. Conclusion.
Abstract:
The Economics of Sin examines the definition and evolution of sin from the perspective of rational choice economics, yet is conscious of the limitations of such an approach. The author argues that because engaging in activities deemed to be sinful is an act of choice, it can therefore be subject to the logic of choice in the economic model
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
DOI:
10.4337/9781843767008
URL:
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