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Bentham: A Guide for the Perplexed (Hardcover)
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Bentham: A Guide for the Perplexed (Hardcover)
Series: Guides for the Perplexed
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This book provides a concise and coherent overview of Jeremy
Bentham, the widely read and studied political philosopher - ideal
for undergraduates who require more than just a simple introduction
to his work and thought. Jeremy Bentham (1748-1832), utilitarian
philosopher and reformer, is a key figure in our intellectual
heritage, and a far more subtle, sophisticated, and profound
thinker than his popular reputation suggests. "Bentham: A Guide for
the Perplexed" presents a clear account of his life and thought,
and highlights his relevance to contemporary debates in philosophy,
politics, and law. Key concepts and themes, including Bentham's
theory of logic and language, his utilitarianism, his legal theory,
his panopticon prison, and his democratic politics, together with
his views on religion, sex, and torture, are lucidly explored. The
book also contains an illuminating discussion of the nature of the
text from the perspective of an experienced textual editor.The book
will not only prove exceptionally valuable to students who need to
reach a sound understanding of Bentham's ideas, serving as a clear
and concise introduction to his philosophy, but also form an
original contribution to Bentham studies more generally. It is the
ideal companion for the study of this most influential and
challenging of thinkers. "Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed" are
clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers
and subjects that students and readers can find especially
challenging - or indeed downright bewildering. Concentrating
specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to
grasp, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas,
guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding
material.
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