{"title":"Jeremy Bentham","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our carefully curated collection dedicated to the works of Jeremy Bentham, a towering figure in the realm of philosophy and psychology. Bentham, an English philosopher and legal scholar, is renowned for his founding role in modern utilitarianism, a concept that emphasises the greatest happiness principle – the idea that the best actions are those that maximise happiness and reduce suffering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection includes pivotal texts such as \u003cem\u003eThe Classical Utilitarians\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eUtilitarianism and Other Essays\u003c\/em\u003e. These works provide insight into Bentham’s groundbreaking philosophies and offer an in-depth exploration of his beliefs and ideas. They are essential reading for anyone interested in the ethical and psychological underpinnings of human actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this category, you'll find resources that not only detail Bentham's theories but also place his ideas within the broader context of philosophical discourse. Whether you're a seasoned philosopher or a newcomer eager to understand the roots of utilitarian thought, Jeremy Bentham's works are a valuable addition to your bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're keen on exploring how Bentham's revolutionary ideas continue to influence contemporary debates on ethics and societal norms, you've come to the right place. Delve into these profound writings and discover Bentham's lasting impact on modern philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-classical-utilitarians-by-john-stuart-mill-9780872206496","title":"The Classical Utilitarians","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume includes the complete texts of two of John Stuart Mill's most important works, \u003cem\u003eUtilitarianism\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eOn Liberty\u003c\/em\u003e, and selections from his other writings, including the complete text of his \u003cem\u003eRemarks on Bentham's Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe selection from Mill's \u003cem\u003eA System of Logic\u003c\/em\u003e is of special relevance to the debate between those who read Mill as an Act-Utilitarian and those who interpret him as a Rule-Utilitarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso included are selections from the writings of Jeremy Bentham, founder of modern Utilitarianism and mentor (together with James Mill) of John Stuart Mill. Bentham's \u003cem\u003ePrinciples of Morals and Legislation\u003c\/em\u003e had important effects on political and legal reform in his own time and continues to provide insights for political theorists and philosophers of law. Seven chapters of Bentham's \u003cem\u003ePrinciples\u003c\/em\u003e are here in their entirety, together with a number of shorter selections, including one in which Bentham repudiates the slogan often used to characterise his philosophy: \u003cem\u003eThe greatest happiness of the greatest number\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Troyer's Introduction presents the central themes and arguments of Bentham and Mill and assesses their relevance to current discussions of Utilitarianism. The volume also provides indexes, a glossary, and notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833607803116,"sku":"9780872206496","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1a82e8f7275164d11bfbf095736d5020.jpg?v=1758487053"},{"product_id":"utilitarianism-and-other-essays-by-john-stuart-mill-9780140432725","title":"Utilitarianism and Other Essays","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom: \u003cem\u003eAn Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation\u003c\/em\u003e (Jeremy Bentham)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom: \u003cem\u003eA System of Logic\u003c\/em\u003e (J.S. Mill)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBentham\u003c\/em\u003e (J.S. Mill)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eColeridge\u003c\/em\u003e (J.S. Mill)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhewell on Moral Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e (J.S. Mill)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUtilitarianism\u003c\/em\u003e (J.S. Mill)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000835653868,"sku":"9780140432725","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27215023482237.jpg?v=1763308824"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/jeremy-bentham.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}