Theory and Regulation of Love: A Moral Essay - Hardcover

Theory and Regulation of Love: A Moral Essay by John Norris is a philosophical exploration of the nature of love and its regulation. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the theoretical aspects of love, while the second part focuses on the practical implications of regulating love.In the first part, Norris delves into the different types of love, including romantic love, platonic love, and familial love, and explores the moral and ethical implications of each. He also examines the role of love in human relationships, including the importance of reciprocity, trust, and communication.The second part of the book explores the ways in which love is regulated, both by individuals and by society as a whole. Norris considers the impact of cultural and social norms on love, as well as the legal and ethical considerations of regulating love through laws and policies.Throughout the book, Norris draws on a range of philosophical traditions, including Aristotelian ethics, Kantian deontology, and utilitarianism, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the theory and regulation of love. The book is aimed at scholars and students of philosophy, ethics, and social policy, as well as anyone interested in the nature of love and its role in human society.1688. The subject of these contemplations is love: A thing that has employed many curious pens to little purpose, and has been perhaps the most and withal the worst written upon of any subject of the world, to which are added letters philosophical and moral between the author and Dr. Henry More. Written in Old English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.