Classical Utilitarianism from Hume to Mill |
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| Author:
| Rosen, Frederick |
| Series title: | Routledge Studies in Ethics and Moral Theory Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-415-40846-2 |
| Publication Date: | May 2006 |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Group
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| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $66.95 |
Book Description:
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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.
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.