Peter Singer
At a glance:
- Series: World Philosophers and Their Works
- Categories: Government and Politics, Philosophy, Literature, Publishing
- Subcategories: Philosophers, Laws, Acts, Legislation, Democracy
- Curriculum: Australian/New Zealand History
Article abstract: Blending classical and preference utilitarianism, Singer has applied his theory to animal welfare, environmental ethics, famine relief, euthanasia, abortion, civil disobedience, and aid to refugees.
Early Life
Three of Peter Albert David Singer’s grandparents died in Nazi concentration camps. His parents, Cora and Ernst Singer, emigrated from Vienna in 1938 to escape persecution of Jews after the political union of Austria and Germany. Arriving in Australia, Ernst Singer established a tea and coffee import business, and Cora Singer,...
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