Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Mill on Utilitarianism by Roger Crisp

Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Mill on Utilitarianism by Roger Crisp

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.

'Clear in its presentation and nearly flawless in its content.. As a commentary on Mill's text, Crisp's book is probably the best of any now available.' - Mind

'A superb book ... A highly readable, reliable and insightful introduction to Mill's philosophical ethics and politics. It is a substantial piece of Mill scholarship, and the best current introduction to the utilitarian tradition. One could hardly ask for more.' - Philosophical Books

'It is a pleasure to read and welcome this book. Roger Crisp has achieved the difficult task of writing an introductory work that is scholarly yet clear, lively and approachable' - Journal of Medical Ethics

Elegantly and clearly written - Theoria

Roger Crisp, St Anne's College, Oxford

Roger Crisp is Uehiro Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy at St Anne's College, Oxford, and Professor of Moral Philosophy at the University of Oxford. He was trained in classics and philosophy at the University of Oxford, where he has spent all of his academic career except for the academic year 2010-11,
when he was Findlay Visiting Professor at Boston University. He is an associate editor of Ethics, and a member of the Analysis Committee. He is currently working on a book on Henry Sidgwick's Methods of Ethics.

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ISBN 13	9780415109789
ISBN 10	0415109787
Title	Routledge Philosophy GuideBook to Mill on Utilitarianism
Author	Roger Crisp
Series	Routledge Philosophy Guidebooks
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	1997-07-31
Number of pages	246
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