The book explores the multifaceted role of imagination in inquiry, proposing a homeostatic model to understand its various components and functions. It delves into how imagination influences different philosophical domains, including science, technology, ethics, and aesthetics, highlighting its significance in shaping knowledge and understanding across these fields.
Designed for use in business ethics courses, this text provides a comprehensive selection of essays on various ethical controversies supplemented with excerpts from relevant court cases. Iannone places the readings in the context of moral theory, encouraging students to apply theoretical principles to specific moral controversies. The wide range of controversies covered includes product liability, sexual harassment, whistle-blowing, labor negotiations, insider trading, and mergers. The use of non-technical language and a structure that follows the standard divisions of the business curriculum combine to make the book both accessible to students and ideal for instructors.