Utilitarianism: A Guide for the Perplexed by Dr Krister Bykvist (English) Paperb

Description: Utilitarianism: A Guide for the Perplexed by Dr Krister Bykvist Presents an introduction to the historical context, key themes and debates in Utilitarianism. This book presents a survey of the modern debate about utilitarianism and goes on to evaluate utilitarianism in comparison with other theories, in particular virtue ethics and Kantianism. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Utilitarianism is the ethical theory advanced by Jeremy Bentham, J.S. Mill, and Henry Sidgwick and has contributed significantly to contemporary moral and political philosophy. Yet it is not without controversy and is a subject that students can often find particularly perplexing. Utilitarianism: A Guide for the Perplexed offers a concise, yet fully comprehensive introduction to utilitarianism, its historical roots, key themes, and current debates.Krister Bykvist provides a survey of the modern debate about utilitarianism and goes on to evaluate utilitarianism in comparison with other theories, in particular virtue ethics and Kantianism. Bykvist offers a critical examination of utilitarianism, distinguishing problems that are unique to utilitarianism from those that are shared by other moral theories. Focusing on the problems unique to utilitarianism, the book provides a well-balanced assessment of where the theory goes astray and is in need of revision. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of utilitarianism, this book serves as an ideal companion to study of this influential and challenging of philosophical concepts. Notes Overview of the subject, with historical context and a look at the key themes and debates. Author Biography Krister Bykvist is a Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy at Jesus College, University of Oxford, UK. Table of Contents 1. Introduction2. The Nature and Assessment of Moral Theories3. What is Utilitarianism?4. Well-being5. Utilitarian Aggregation6. Is Utilitarianism a User-Friendly Guide to Action?7. Is Utilitarianism Too Demanding?8. Is Utilitarianism Too Permissive?9. The Way Outcomes are Brought About10. The Place of Rules in Utilitarianism11. Conclusions Review "This volume, written in a clear and accessible style, is an excellent introduction to the main contemporary debates about utilitarianism. A special virtue of the book is that utilitarianism is not evaluated in isolation but by comparing it with other theories, in particular, virtue ethics, deontology, and Kantianism. In doing so, Bykvist convincingly shows that many of the problems afflicting utilitarianism are actually problems for all plausible moral theories. Hence, this book will be very useful reading for friends and foes of utilitarianism alike." - Gustaf Arrhenius, Stockholm University, Sweden Promotional A students introduction to the historical context, key themes and current debates in Utilitarianism. Long Description Utilitarianism is the ethical theory advanced by Jeremy Bentham, J.S. Mill, and Henry Sidgwick and has contributed significantly to contemporary moral and political philosophy. Yet it is not without controversy and is a subject that students can often find particularly perplexing. Utilitarianism: A Guide for the Perplexed offers a concise, yet fully comprehensive introduction to utilitarianism, its historical roots, key themes, and current debates. Krister Bykvist provides a survey of the modern debate about utilitarianism and goes on to evaluate utilitarianism in comparison with other theories, in particular virtue ethics and Kantianism. Bykvist offers a critical examination of utilitarianism, distinguishing problems that are unique to utilitarianism from those that are shared by other moral theories. Focusing on the problems unique to utilitarianism, the book provides a well-balanced assessment of where the theory goes astray and is in need of revision. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of utilitarianism, this book serves as an ideal companion to study of this influential and challenging of philosophical concepts. > Review Quote "This volume, written in a clear and accessible style, is an excellent introduction to the main contemporary debates about utilitarianism. A special virtue of the book is that utilitarianism is not evaluated in isolation but by comparing it with other theories, in particular, virtue ethics, deontology, and Kantianism. In doing so, Bykvist convincingly shows that many of the problems afflicting utilitarianism are actually problems for all plausible moral theories. Hence, this book will be very useful reading for friends and foes of utilitarianism alike." Gustaf Arrhenius, Stockholm University, Sweden Promotional "Headline" A students introduction to the historical context, key themes and current debates in Utilitarianism. Details ISBN0826498094 Short Title UTILITARIANISM Language English ISBN-10 0826498094 ISBN-13 9780826498090 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 171.5 Imprint Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd. Subtitle A Guide for the Perplexed Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations black & white illustrations, black & white tables UK Release Date 2009-12-17 NZ Release Date 2009-12-17 Translated from English Author Dr Krister Bykvist Pages 186 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Series Guides for the Perplexed Year 2009 Publication Date 2009-12-17 Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 2009-12-16 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:22789690;

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