Ethica Thomistica: The Moral Philosophy of Thomas Aquinas Book

Very dense, but informative introduction to Saint Thomas Aquinas. Thomism is a fascinating philosophy, very complex but still the opposite of the inconsequential navelgazing that so many philosophers like to engage in these day. In other words, it isn't A Theory of Justice. The Angelic Doctor knew better than to write a five hundred page tome based on premises that he snatched from thin air. His system of ethics is the most elegant and beautiful I have discovered since I've stumbled over Rothbardianism.

The main reason why I got this book was because I wanted to learn more about refutations of the naturalistic fallacy and the is-ought-problem. McInerny delivered both. It was a good feeling to reap the reward of years of stubborn resistance against emotivism. If such a refutation is what you're looking for, too, then look no further. You've found your book.

I'll likely reread Ethica Thomistica in a year or so, maybe even sooner. It's short, but very densely packed with information, and the subject matter is extremely complex, although rightly so.