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“Of two pleasures, if there be one which all or almost all who have experience of both give a decided preference, irrespective of any feeling of moral obligation to prefer it, that is the more desirable pleasure.”

Quote by John Stuart Mill

Book:Utilitarianism and On Liberty: Including 'Essay on Bentham' and Selections from the Writings of Jeremy Bentham and John Austin

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Utilitarianism and On Liberty: Including 'Essay on Bentham' and Selections from the Writings of Jeremy Bentham and John Austin

Utilitarianism and On Liberty is a compilation that brings together key texts by two prominent philosophers. Jeremy Bentham's 'Essay on Bentham' is a foundational work in the field of utilitarianism, advocating for the maximization of happiness as the ultimate goal of moral action. John Austin's selections further explore the philosophical underpinnings of liberty and its relation to utilitarian principles. This volume offers insights into the philosophical debates surrounding ethics, law, and societal welfare. more

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John Stuart Mill

John Stuart Mill was an influential British philosopher, economist, and logician. He is one of the most important figures in 19th-century philosophy and his ideas had a profound impact on political, social, and philosophical thought of the time. more

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