A History Of English Utilitarianism (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162974026)

""A History of English Utilitarianism"" by Ernest Albee is a comprehensive account of the philosophical movement known as utilitarianism in England. The book traces the development of utilitarianism from its origins in the Enlightenment to its prominence in the 19th century. Albee examines the contributions of key figures such as Jeremy Bentham, John Stuart Mill, and Henry Sidgwick, as well as the wider social and political context in which utilitarianism emerged and evolved. The book also explores the criticisms and controversies surrounding utilitarianism, including objections to its emphasis on happiness and pleasure as the ultimate goals of human existence. Overall, ""A History of English Utilitarianism"" provides a thorough and insightful analysis of one of the most influential philosophical movements in modern Western thought.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.

Author: Ernest Albee
ISBN-10: 1162974028
ISBN-13: 9781162974026
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 452
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.91d