Utilitarianism in the Age of Enlightenment: The Moral and Political Thought of W

Description: Utilitarianism in the Age of Enlightenment by Niall O'Flaherty Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Charts the evolution of theological utilitarianism, one of the most influential traditions in eighteenth-century Anglophone moral and political thought, and addresses the contested issue of whether there was an English Enlightenment, through the life and thought of moral philosopher and clergyman, William Paley (1743–1805). Publisher Description This is the first book-length study of one of the most influential traditions in eighteenth-century Anglophone moral and political thought, theological utilitarianism. Niall OFlaherty charts its development from its formulation by Anglican disciples of Locke in the 1730s to its culmination in William Paleys work. Few works of moral and political thought had such a profound impact on political discourse as Paleys Principles of Moral and Political Philosophy (1785). His arguments were at the forefront of debates about the constitution, the judicial system, slavery and poverty. By placing Paleys moral thought in the context of theological debate, this book establishes his genuine commitment to a worldly theology and to a programme of human advancement. It thus raises serious doubts about histories which treat the Enlightenment as an entirely secular enterprise, as well as those which see English thought as being markedly out of step with wider European intellectual developments. Author Biography Niall O Flaherty is a Lecturer in the History of European Political Thought at Kings College London. His research focuses on eighteenth- and nineteenth-century moral, political and religious thought in Britain. He has published articles on William Paley and Thomas Robert Malthus, and is currently writing a book entitled Malthus and the Discovery of Poverty (forthcoming). Details ISBN 1108464688 ISBN-13 9781108464680 Title Utilitarianism in the Age of Enlightenment Author Niall OFlaherty Format Paperback Year 2020 Pages 360 Publisher Cambridge University Press GE_Item_ID:127876907; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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