An Introduction To The Principles Of Morals And Legislation - Hardcover

Bentham, Jeremy

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9781432616243: An Introduction To The Principles Of Morals And Legislation

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ISBN 10: 1432616242 ISBN 13: 9781432616243

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2005

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""An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation"" is a book written by the English philosopher, Jeremy Bentham. It was first published in 1789 and is considered one of the most influential works in the field of ethics and political philosophy. The book explores the fundamental principles of morality and law, arguing that they should be based on the principle of ""the greatest happiness of the greatest number"". Bentham's utilitarian philosophy is based on the idea that actions should be judged based on their ability to promote the greatest amount of happiness for the greatest number of people. He argues that this principle should be the basis for all moral and legal decision-making. The book also discusses various topics such as punishment, the role of government, and the nature of human rights. It is a seminal work in the history of philosophy and continues to be studied and debated by scholars today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation, Jeremy Bentham's best-known work, is a classic text in modern philosophy and jurisprudence. First published in 1789, it contains the important statement of the foundations of utilitarian philosophy and a pioneering study of crime and punishment, both of which remain at the heart of contemporary debates in moral and political philosophy, economics, and legal theory.