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Utilitarianism (1871) (Paperback)
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Utilitarianism (1871) (Paperback)
Series: Broadview Anthology of Social and Political Thought
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Loot Price R378
Discovery Miles 3 780
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Utilitarianism is a classic work of ethical theory, arguably the
most persuasive and comprehensible presentation of this widely infl
uential position. Mill argues that it is pleasure and pain that
ought to guide our decision-making-and not the pleasure and pain of
any one person or group, but the summative experience of all who
are affected by our actions. While he didn't invent utilitarianism,
Mill offered its clearest expression and strongest defense, and
expanded the theory to account for the variety in quality that we
find among specifi c pleasures and pains. Today, Mill's version of
the "Greatest Happiness Principle" is a standard premise in many
moral arguments within the academy and in practical ethical and
political deliberation. The complete text of the * edition of
Utilitarianism is presented here, with footnote annotations added
to clarify unfamiliar references and terminology. A detailed
introduction by the editor is divided into brief digestible parts
discussing the context of the text and offering guidelines on how
to read it accurately and critically. This edition has its origin
in the acclaimed Broadview Anthology of Social and Political
Thought and adheres to the anthology's format and high standard of
accuracy and accessibility.
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