Classical Utilitarianism from Hume to Mill Contributor(s): Rosen, Frederick (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415408466 ISBN-13: 9780415408462 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $65.54 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2006 Annotation: This book presents a new interpretation of the principle of utility in moral and political theory based on the writings of the classical utilitarians. The writings of Adam Smith, William Paley and Jeremy Bentham are also considered. |
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BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Ethics & Moral Philosophy |
Dewey: 171.5 |
LCCN: 2003043201 |
Series: Routledge Studies in Ethics and Moral Theory |
Physical Information: 0.64" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.94 lbs) 304 pages |
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Publisher Description: This book presents a new interpretation of the principle of utility in moral and political theory based on the writings of the classical utilitarians from Hume to J.S. Mill. Discussion of utility in writers such as Adam Smith, William Paley and Jeremy Bentham is included. |