| Description |
v, 194 pages ; 23 cm |
| Series |
Understanding movements in modern thought |
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Understanding movements in modern thought.
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| Contents |
Ch 1 Introduction -- Ch 2 Classical utilitarianism -- Ch 3 Proofs of utilitarianism -- Ch 4 Well-being -- Ch 5 Injustice and demands-- Ch 6 Acts, rules and institutions -- Ch 7 Consequentialism -- Ch 8 Practicality -- Ch 9 The future of utilitarianism |
| Summary |
Utilitarianism - a philosophy based on the principle of the greatest happiness for the greatest number - has been hugely influential over the past two centuries. Utilitarian assumptions and arguments abound in modern economic and political life, especially in public policy. Familiarity with utilitarian ideas is essential for a proper understanding of contemporary society. distributed by Syndetic Solutions, LLC |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Utilitarianism.
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| ISBN |
9781844650897 (cased) |
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9781844650903 (paperback) |
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