Author Description
A critical edition of three works of Bentham, Deontology and The Article on Utilitarianism were previously unpublished. Together with An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation, they provide a comrehensive exposition of Bentham's views. Based entirely on manuscripts by Bentham of his amanuenses, this edition's full introduction linking the three works. Each work is supplemented with detailed and critical notes.
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THE THESIS
This collection investigates the foundational principles of utilitarian ethics and the psychological motivations behind human action as articulated by Jeremy Bentham. The author, a seminal figure in modern philosophy, utilizes his original manuscripts to construct a rigorous framework for understanding moral conduct and legislative theory. By presenting these previously unpublished texts alongside critical commentary, the volume offers a comprehensive view of Bentham's systematic approach to ethics and social utility.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Primary source manuscripts detailing Bentham's theories on deontology and utilitarianism.
- A critical analysis of the psychological 'springs of action' that drive human behavior.
- Scholarly introductions and detailed notes providing historical and philosophical context.
- A unified framework linking Bentham's moral philosophy with his legislative principles.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and historians of philosophy regard this edition as a vital resource for understanding the evolution of Bentham's utilitarian thought. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose and the meticulous nature of the editorial notes provided in this collection.
Page Count:
400
Publication Date:
1983-08-25
Publisher:
Clarendon Press
ISBN-10:
0198226098
ISBN-13:
9780198226093
Philosophy
Non-Fiction
Classical Philosophy
Ethics
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