His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet discusses the ethical dilemmas of the new millennium with renowned journalists, economists, environmentalists and politicians. One of the world's leading spiritual mentors for our troubled times, he offers hope for positive social change with his inspirational dialogues, enlightening teachings and surprising humor.

"What are the ethical principles underpinning the idea of a just war and how should they be adapted to changing social and military circumstances? In this book, Steven P. Lee presents the basic principles of just war theory, showing how they evolved historically and how they are applied today in global relations. He examines the role of state sovereignty and individual human rights in the moral foundations of just war theory and discusses a wide range...

"New technologies have brought us many benefits, but they have also raised many social and ethical concerns. The authors view in Ethics for the Information Age is that we ought to approach every new technology in a thoughtful manner, considering not just its short-term benefits, but also how its long-term use will affect our lives. A thoughtful response to information technology requires a basic understanding of its history, an awareness of current...