What's Good on TV? Understanding Ethics Through Television presents an introduction to the basic theories and concepts of moral philosophy using concrete examples from classic and contemporary television shows.

• Utilizes clear examples from popular contemporary and classic television shows, such as The Office, Law and Order, Star Trek and Family Guy, to illustrate complex philosophical concepts


• Designed to be used as a stand-alone or supplementary introductory ethics text


• Features case studies, study questions, and suggested readings


• Episodes mentioned are from a wide variety of television shows, and are easily accessible


• Offers a balanced treatment of a number of controversial ethical issues including environmental ethics, animal welfare, abortion, homosexuality, capital punishment, assisted suicide, censorship and the erosion of values


• Includes a companion website at http://whatsgoodontv.webs.com