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Utilitarianism

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Exploring the roots of utilitarianism, this work delves into the philosophy's evolution from ancient Chinese thought to its 18th-century proponents, Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill. The core principle emphasizes actions that promote the greatest happiness for the majority, leading to complex moral questions. Mill's significant contributions to political thought are highlighted in his classic exposition "Utilitarianism," originally published in 1861, which offers deep insights into his philosophical perspective, complemented by a biographical afterword.

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Utilitarianism, John Stuart Mill

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Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2017
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
60
ISBN13
9781420956597
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Prima pubblicazione
1861
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Utilitarianism
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Exploring the roots of utilitarianism, this work delves into the philosophy's evolution from ancient Chinese thought to its 18th-century proponents, Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill. The core principle emphasizes actions that promote the greatest happiness for the majority, leading to complex moral questions. Mill's significant contributions to political thought are highlighted in his classic exposition "Utilitarianism," originally published in 1861, which offers deep insights into his philosophical perspective, complemented by a biographical afterword.