.png){kind=logo}
Stock image for illustration purposes only - book cover, edition or condition may vary.
Sexual Orientation and Human Rights
Thomas, Laurence Mordekhai; Levin, Michael E.
€ 60.39
FREE Delivery in Ireland
Description for Sexual Orientation and Human Rights
Paperback. What rights govern heterosexual and homosexual behaviours? Laurence Thomas argues that any discrimination based on sexual orientation is unjustified, while Michael Levin defends the unorthodox view that the aversion some people experience toward homosexuality deserves respect. Series: Point/Counterpoint: Philosophers Debate Contemporary Issues. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HPS; JFSK; JPVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 149 x 11. Weight in Grams: 260.
What rights govern heterosexual and homosexual behaviors? Two distinguished philosophers debate this important issue in Sexual Orientation and Human Rights. Laurence Thomas argues that a society which has the constitutional resources to protect hate groups can protect homosexuals without valorizing the homosexual life-style. He defends the view that the Bible cannot warrant the venom that, in the name of religion, is often expressed against homosexuals. Michael Levin defends the unorthodox view that the aversion some people experience toward homosexuality deserves respect. He further argues that while homosexuals enjoy the same rights as others to be free of violence and ... Read more
What rights govern heterosexual and homosexual behaviors? Two distinguished philosophers debate this important issue in Sexual Orientation and Human Rights. Laurence Thomas argues that a society which has the constitutional resources to protect hate groups can protect homosexuals without valorizing the homosexual life-style. He defends the view that the Bible cannot warrant the venom that, in the name of religion, is often expressed against homosexuals. Michael Levin defends the unorthodox view that the aversion some people experience toward homosexuality deserves respect. He further argues that while homosexuals enjoy the same rights as others to be free of violence and ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
Series
Point/Counterpoint: Philosophers Debate Contemporary Issues
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780847687701
SKU
V9780847687701
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15
About Thomas, Laurence Mordekhai; Levin, Michael E.
Laurence M. Thomas is professor in the departments of political science and philosophy at Syracuse University, where he also teaches in the Jewish studies program. He is the author of numerous articles and two previous books Living Morally and Vessels of Evil. Michael E. Levin is professor of philosophy at City College and the City University of New York. ... Read more
Reviews for Sexual Orientation and Human Rights