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The work presents a philosophical defense of utilitarianism, emphasizing that the moral value of actions is based on their contribution to overall happiness or pleasure for all individuals. Originating from a series of articles published in 1861, it frames utilitarianism as a consequentialist theory, where the outcomes of actions dictate their ethical significance. Mill's exploration delves into the implications of this approach, advocating for a moral framework centered on maximizing utility.
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Utilitarianism, John Stuart Mill
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Utilitarianism
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Stuart Mill
- Publisher
- SMK Books
- Released
- 2009
- Pages
- 64
- ISBN13
- 9781604597370
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, History, Philosophical Topics, Philosophy, England, 19th century, Ethics, Freedom, Enlightenment, Liberalism
- First published
- 1861
- Original title
- Utilitarianism
- Rating
- 3.4 out of 5
- Description
- The work presents a philosophical defense of utilitarianism, emphasizing that the moral value of actions is based on their contribution to overall happiness or pleasure for all individuals. Originating from a series of articles published in 1861, it frames utilitarianism as a consequentialist theory, where the outcomes of actions dictate their ethical significance. Mill's exploration delves into the implications of this approach, advocating for a moral framework centered on maximizing utility.