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Highlights
- Anthony Quinton's concise study of utilitarianism, which has been long been unavailable, is generally acknowledged as the best introduction to the subject.
- Author(s): Anthony Quinton
- 123 Pages
- Philosophy, Ethics & Moral Philosophy
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About the Book
Anthony Quinton's concise study of utilitarianism, which has been long been unavailable, is generally acknowledged as the best introduction to the subject. This edition includes a new preface surveying recent developments.The book begins with a definition of utilitarianism, and goes on to consider hedonism as a criterion of value and theory of motivation. Early hedonism is surveyed, followed by the emergence of utilitarianism proper with Hume, Tucker and Paley. The contributions of Bentham, James Mill and J.S. Mill are analyzed, with particular attention to J.S. Mill's arguments concerning the sanction of morality, the proof of the principle of utility and the question of justice and utility. The criticisms of Grote, Sidgwick, Moore and later writers are also appraised.
Book Synopsis
Anthony Quinton's concise study of utilitarianism, which has been long been unavailable, is generally acknowledged as the best introduction to the subject. This edition includes a new preface surveying recent developments.The book begins with a definition of utilitarianism, and goes on to consider hedonism as a criterion of value and theory of motivation. Early hedonism is surveyed, followed by the emergence of utilitarianism proper with Hume, Tucker and Paley. The contributions of Bentham, James Mill and J.S. Mill are analyzed, with particular attention to J.S. Mill's arguments concerning the sanction of morality, the proof of the principle of utility and the question of justice and utility. The criticisms of Grote, Sidgwick, Moore and later writers are also appraised.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.72 Inches (H) x 5.64 Inches (W) x .39 Inches (D)
Weight: .41 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Ethics & Moral Philosophy
Genre: Philosophy
Number of Pages: 123
Publisher: Open Court
Format: Paperback
Author: Anthony Quinton
Language: English
Street Date: May 28, 1988
TCIN: 94024220
UPC: 9780812690521
Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-0844
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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