Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Mill on Utilitarianism

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Mill on Utilitarianism
Author: Roger Crisp
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2002-09-11
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1134837240

Mill was one of the most important British philosophers of the nineteenth century; his Utilitarianism is a pivotal work in ethical thought. This book, written specifically for students coming to Mill - and perhaps philosophy - for the first time, will be an ideal guide. Mill on Utilitarianism introduces and assesses: * Mill's life and the background of Utilitarianism * the ideas and text of Utilitarianism * the continuing importance of Mill's work to philosophy This is the first book dedicated to Utilitarianism itself. Concisely written and engaging, it is perfect reading for those studying Mill or moral philosophy.

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Mill on Utilitarianism

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Mill on Utilitarianism
Author: Roger Crisp
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2002-09-11
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1134837232

Mill was one of the most important British philosophers of the nineteenth century; his Utilitarianism is a pivotal work in ethical thought. This book, written specifically for students coming to Mill - and perhaps philosophy - for the first time, will be an ideal guide. Mill on Utilitarianism introduces and assesses: * Mill's life and the background of Utilitarianism * the ideas and text of Utilitarianism * the continuing importance of Mill's work to philosophy This is the first book dedicated to Utilitarianism itself. Concisely written and engaging, it is perfect reading for those studying Mill or moral philosophy.

Mill on Liberty

Mill on Liberty
Author: Jonathan Riley
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1998
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415141895

Mill's "On Liberty" is a statement in favour of the rights of the individual. This text introduces and assesses Mill's life and the background of "On Liberty". The ideas of the work are considered along with the continuing importance of Mill's work to philosophy and political thought today.

The Blackwell Guide to Mill's Utilitarianism

The Blackwell Guide to Mill's Utilitarianism
Author: Henry West
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1405152141

The Blackwell Guide to Mill’s Utilitarianism volume isan ideal commentary for students on Mill’s classic essay. Contains the complete text of Utilitarianism and twelve relatedessays. Essays cover the background to Mill’s classic essay,analyses of the arguments, and contemporary debates within theutilitarian tradition. Also includes a case study demonstrating the application ofutilitarian theory to military or non-violent responses toterrorism. Each contribution is an original essay written by a specialistat the cutting edge of philosophical scholarship.

Mill on Liberty: A Defence

Mill on Liberty: A Defence
Author: John Gray
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2013-04-15
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1134802870

Now available in paperback, this second edition reproduces the text of the first with the addition of an extensive postscript which defends the interpretation of Mill set out in the first edition.

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Kant and the Critique of Pure Reason

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Kant and the Critique of Pure Reason
Author: Sebastian Gardner
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2003-07-09
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1134813724

Kant's Critique of Pure Reason is arguably the single most important work in western philosophy. The book introduces and assesses: * Kant's life and background of the Critique of Pure Reason * the ideas and text of the Critique of Pure Reason * the continuing relevance of Kant's work to contemporary philosophy. Ideal for anyone coming to Kant's thought for the first time. This guide will be vital reading for all students of Kant in philosophy.

Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to the Later Heidegger

Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to the Later Heidegger
Author: George Pattison
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2000
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0415201969

This Routledge Philosophy GuideBook offers a clear introduction to Heidegger's notoriously difficult later thought, examining key later influential works concerning the nature of technology, art and thinking.

Political Philosophy

Political Philosophy
Author: Dudley Knowles
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 570
Release: 2006-04-21
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1135360863

This comprehensive introduction to the major thinkers and topics in political philosophy explores the philosophical traditions which continue to inform our political judgements. Dudley Knowles introduces the ideas of key political thinkers including Hobbes, Locke, Marx and Mill and influential contemporary thinkers such as Berlin, Rawls and Nozick. He outlines central problems in political philosophy and encourages the reader to critically engage with all the issues discussed. The individual chapters discuss and analyse: * utilitarianism * liberty * rights * justice * obligation * democracy Political Philosophy is ideally suited to students taking introductory courses in political theory and philosophy.

Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Rousseau and The Social Contract

Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Rousseau and The Social Contract
Author: Christopher Bertram
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2004
Genre: Den sociale kontrakt
ISBN: 0415201993

Rousseau's Social Contract is a benchmark in political philosophy that has inspired and influenced moral and political thought since publication and is widely studied for this reason.

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Aristotle and the Metaphysics

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Aristotle and the Metaphysics
Author: Vasilis Politis
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2004-08-02
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1134529791

Aristotles' 'Metaphysics' is one of the most important texts in Ancient Philosophy. This GuideBook looks at the Metaphysics thematically and takes the student through the main arguments found in the text. The book introduces and assesses Aristotle's life and the background to the Metaphysics, the ideas and text of the Metaphysics and Aristotle's philosophical legacy.