Introduction

Abstract

AbstractThis introductory chapter sets out the central concerns of the book, and outlines the positions and concepts that will be at issue in it. It first explains how the approach of the book—specifically, the focus on normative arbitrariness and interpersonal dialogue as a way of learning more about moral reality, moral knowledge, and moral language. It then introduces the distinction between realist theories (including naturalistic and non-naturalistic theories, and robust, relaxed and quasi-realist theories) and anti-realist theories (including error theory and two types of stance-dependence theory). The chapter ends with a brief chapter by chapter overview of the book.