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Author : Henry R. West
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0521535417
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Author : John Stuart Mill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1887
Category : Utilitarianism
ISBN : STANFORD:36105020092826
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Author : Henry R. West
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2010-06-15
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781441123589
In Mill's 'Utilitarianism': A Reader's Guide, Henry R. West offers a clear, thorough and detailed review of the key themes and a lucid commentary that will enable readers to rapidly navigate the text. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of the text as a whole, the guide explores the complex and important ideas inherent in the text and provides a cogent survey of the reception and influence of Mill's seminal work.
Author : Henry R. West
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Ethics, Modern
ISBN : 1107147557
Mill was the leading British philosopher of the nineteenth century and his famous essay Utilitarianism is the most influential statement of the philosophy of utilitarianism. Henry West has written the most up-to-date and user-friendly introduction to utilitarianism available. The book serves as a commentary to and interpretation of the text.
Author : John Stuart Mill
Publisher : London : Parker, Son and Bourn
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1863
Category : Decision making
ISBN : CORNELL:31924072739075
Utilitarianism, by British philosopher John Stuart Mill, is one of his most influential works and is a philosophical defense of utilitarian ethical theory. This publication remained a relevant publication since its original publication in the mid 19th century, as is still relevant in the application of utility in regard to social policy. This is an important work for those studying the concept of utilitarianism, or those who are interested in the writings of John Stuart Mill.
Author : Henry West
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781405152143
The Blackwell Guide to Mill’s Utilitarianism volume isan ideal commentary for students on Mill’s classic essay. Contains the complete text of Utilitarianism and twelve relatedessays. Essays cover the background to Mill’s classic essay,analyses of the arguments, and contemporary debates within theutilitarian tradition. Also includes a case study demonstrating the application ofutilitarian theory to military or non-violent responses toterrorism. Each contribution is an original essay written by a specialistat the cutting edge of philosophical scholarship.
Author : Roger Crisp
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2002-09-11
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781134837243
Mill was one of the most important British philosophers of the nineteenth century; his Utilitarianism is a pivotal work in ethical thought. This book, written specifically for students coming to Mill - and perhaps philosophy - for the first time, will be an ideal guide. Mill on Utilitarianism introduces and assesses: * Mill's life and the background of Utilitarianism * the ideas and text of Utilitarianism * the continuing importance of Mill's work to philosophy This is the first book dedicated to Utilitarianism itself. Concisely written and engaging, it is perfect reading for those studying Mill or moral philosophy.
Author : Colin Heydt
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2006-06-08
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781847142924
Discussion of John Stuart Mill's ethics has been dominated by concern with right and wrong action as determined by the principle of utility. Colin Heydt's book unearths the rich context of moral and socio-political debate that Mill did not have to make explicit to his Victorian readers, in order to enrich the philosophical analysis of his ethics and to show a famous and misunderstood moralist in a new light.
Author : David Lyons
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0847687848
John Stuart Mill's Utilitarianism continues to serve as a rich source of moral and theoretical insight. This collection of articles by top scholars offers fresh interpretations of Mill's ideas about happiness, moral obligation, justice, and rights. Applying contemporary philosophical insights, the articles challenge the conventional readings of Mill, and, in the process, contribute to a deeper understanding of utilitarian theory as well as the complexity of moral life. Visit our website for sample chapters!
Author : John Stuart Mill
Publisher : Pearson
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Utilitarianism
ISBN : 0023956704
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Author : Tim Mulgan
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2014-12-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781317493396
Utilitarianism - a philosophy based on the principle of the greatest happiness for the greatest number of people - has been hugely influential over the past two centuries. Beyond ethics or morality, utilitarian assumptions and arguments abound in modern economic and political life, especially in public policy. An understanding of utilitarianism is indeed essential to any understanding of contemporary society. "Understanding Utilitarianism" presents utilitarianism very much as a living tradition. The book begins with a summary of the classical utilitarianism of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Subsequent chapters trace the development of the central themes of utilitarian thought over the twentieth century, covering such questions as: What is happiness? Is happiness the only valuable thing? Is utilitarianism about acts or rules or institutions? Is utilitarianism unjust, or implausibly demanding, or impractical? and Where might utilitarianism go in the future?
Author : John Stuart Mill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Liberty
ISBN : HARVARD:32044024786071
Author : Mark Dimmock,Andrew Fisher
Publisher : Open Book Publishers
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-31
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781783743919
What does pleasure have to do with morality? What role, if any, should intuition have in the formation of moral theory? If something is ‘simulated’, can it be immoral? This accessible and wide-ranging textbook explores these questions and many more. Key ideas in the fields of normative ethics, metaethics and applied ethics are explained rigorously and systematically, with a vivid writing style that enlivens the topics with energy and wit. Individual theories are discussed in detail in the first part of the book, before these positions are applied to a wide range of contemporary situations including business ethics, sexual ethics, and the acceptability of eating animals. A wealth of real-life examples, set out with depth and care, illuminate the complexities of different ethical approaches while conveying their modern-day relevance. This concise and highly engaging resource is tailored to the Ethics components of AQA Philosophy and OCR Religious Studies, with a clear and practical layout that includes end-of-chapter summaries, key terms, and common mistakes to avoid. It should also be of practical use for those teaching Philosophy as part of the International Baccalaureate. Ethics for A-Level is of particular value to students and teachers, but Fisher and Dimmock’s precise and scholarly approach will appeal to anyone seeking a rigorous and lively introduction to the challenging subject of ethics. Tailored to the Ethics components of AQA Philosophy and OCR Religious Studies.
Author : Daniel R. DeNicola
Publisher : Broadview Press
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-30
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781460406601
Moral Philosophy: A Contemporary Introduction is a compact yet comprehensive book offering an explication and critique of the major theories that have shaped philosophical ethics. Engaging with both historical and contemporary figures, this book explores the scope, limits, and requirements of morality. DeNicola traces our various attempts to ground morality: in nature, in religion, in culture, in social contracts, and in aspects of the human person such as reason, emotions, caring, and intuition.
Author : Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek,Peter Singer
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-20
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780191044533
Utilitarianism may well be the most influential secular ethical theory in the world today. It is also one of the most controversial. It clashes, or is widely thought to clash, with many conventional moral views, and with human rights when they are seen as inviolable. Would it, for example, be right to torture a suspected terrorist in order to prevent an attack that could kill and injure a large number of innocent people? In this Very Short Introduction Peter Singer and Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek provide an authoritative account of the nature of utilitarianism, from its nineteenth-century origins, to its justification and its varieties. Considering how utilitarians can respond to objections that are often regarded as devastating, they explore the utilitarian answer to the question of whether torture can ever be justified. They also discuss what it is that utilitarians should seek to maximize, paying special attention to the classical utilitarian view that only pleasure or happiness is of intrinsic value. Singer and de Lazari-Radek conclude by analysing the continuing importance of utilitarianism in the world, indicating how it is a force for new thinking on contemporary moral challenges like global poverty, the treatment of animals, climate change, reducing the risk of human extinction, end-of-life decisions for terminally-ill patients, and the shift towards assessing the success of government policies in terms of their impact on happiness. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.