Short Studies In Ethics (Illustrated, Refined & Edited)

If you've been hunting for Short Studies In Ethics (Illustrated, Refined & Edited), this paperback is a solid, well-printed copy. Runs to about 118 pages, so it's a serious read, but an accessible one, and a reliable reference to have on hand.

What it's about

Discover a lasting educational classic with Short Studies in Ethics: An Elementary Text-Book for Schools by John Ormsby Miller (Rev. J. O. Miller). Written in clear English for young readers and classroom use, this book provides an accessible introduction to moral development, character formation, and everyday ethics. The work grew out of Miller’s experience as an educator. He observed that children regularly face moral questions in daily life but often lack structured guidance to understand and discuss them. This book was designed to fill that gap by presenting the foundations of morality in short, manageable lessons suitable for weekly study and reflection. Inside, readers will find concise chapters focused on essential virtues such as duty, obedience, courage, purity, unselfishness, industry, and conscience. Each topic is explained with clarity and supported by practical examples, helping students connect ethical principles to real-life situations and everyday choices. What makes this book valuable even today is its practical approach. Morality is presented not as abstract theory, but as lived duty and habit-building. The structure supports young minds in understanding how personal choices affect themselves, others, and society. Short lessons and clear language make it especially useful for schools, parents, mentors, and moral instruction at home. Though written in the late nineteenth century, its themes of integrity, responsibility, and conscientious living remain timeless. This book is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to guide young people toward ethical thinking and purposeful character. Keywords: moral habit-building; youthful moral education; ethics education text-book; classic moral education book; timeless ethics guide

Book details

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Pages: 118
• Publisher: DD Books
• Category: Ethics & Moral Philosophy

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