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Mill, John Stuart

 
9781998736096: Utilitarianism (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 1998736091 ISBN 13: 9781998736096
Verlag: Revive Classics, 2025

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Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket

In this philosophical exploration, readers are invited to consider the foundations of morality and the principle of utility, which argues that actions are right if they promote happiness and wrong if they produce the opposite. The work delves into the nuances of pleasure, pain, justice, and the greater good, challenging conventional ideas about ethical decision-making. Through compelling arguments and vivid examples, it offers a framework for evaluating human behavior in both personal and societal contexts. With its thought-provoking insights, it encourages readers to reflect on the balance between individual interests and the well-being of all.

Utilitarianism is a groundbreaking work that revolutionized moral philosophy by championing the principle of utility, shaping modern ethical thought and public policy. John Stuart Mill expanded on earlier utilitarian ideas, linking happiness to justice and societal progress. Its influence extended beyond philosophy, inspiring debates on human rights, democracy, and economic reform. As a cornerstone of moral theory, it continues to challenge and guide how we evaluate the impact of our actions on society.

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Born on May 20, 1806, in Pentonville, England, John Stuart Mill was a philosopher, political economist, and civil servant. His father, James Mill, a historian and economist, provided him with an extensive education, fostering his early intellectual development. By his teenage years, Mill was already engaging deeply with classical literature, philosophy, and political economy.Throughout his career, Mill made significant contributions to social theory, political theory, and economics. He is best known for his works On Liberty and Utilitarianism, where he explored individual freedom and the principle of utility. As a proponent of utilitarianism, Mill expanded upon the ideas of his predecessor, Jeremy Bentham, emphasizing the greatest happiness principle.In addition to his philosophical pursuits, Mill was an active political figure. He served as a Member of Parliament for the City of Westminster from 1865 to 1868, advocating for social reforms such as women's suffrage and proportional representation. Mill's legacy endures as a foundational thinker in liberalism, influencing contemporary discussions on ethics, liberty, and governance.

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Verlag
Revive Classics
Erscheinungsdatum
2025
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
1998736091
ISBN 13 
9781998736096
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Anzahl der Seiten
68
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