Description: Bentham's An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation by Steven Sverdlik Benthams An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation is often considered the first work of the philosophical school of utilitarianism and is thus a vital text for students of philosophy. In this comprehensive guide to the text, Steven Sverdlik provides an entry point into this important work, examining the text in its entirety and highlighting its central claims and their relevance to contemporary discussions in a variety offields.Sverdlik works through the chapters of Benthams text sequentially, explaining and evaluating the works main themes. The Guide emphasizes Benthams original goal of introducing a utilitarianpenal code. Sverdlik explains Benthams fundamental moral claims and principles: the principle of utility, his hedonistic theory of intrinsic value, and his claims about the measurement of pleasure and pain. Bentham also discusses at length human action, motivation, and decision. Sverdlik discusses these ideas in general terms, and then examines how Bentham applies them in the context of penal or criminal law. All of this lays the groundwork for a careful discussion of Benthams treatment ofthe deterrence of potential offenders, the punishment of convicted offenders, and the criminalization of various types of behavior. By restating Benthams arguments in contemporary philosophical terms,Sverdlik allows readers to see how his thinking connects to current debates about the criminal justice system.This guide provides a systematic contemporary overview of Benthams Introduction that will be valuable to undergraduate philosophy students, as well as students and scholars with a working knowledge of basic philosophy who are interested in criminal law, moral philosophy, and moral psychology. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Steven Sverdlik has taught Philosophy at Southern Methodist University in Dallas since 1982. His main interests are philosophy of criminal law, the history of moral philosophy, and moral psychology. His previous works include Motive and Rightness (2011). Table of Contents 1. Introduction2. Benthams Preface2. Benthams Chapter I3. Benthams Chapter II and the Formal Argument4. Benthams Chapter III5. Benthams Chapter IV6. Benthams Chapter V7. Benthams Chapter VI8. Benthams Chapter VII9. Benthams Chapter VIII10. Benthams Chapter IX11. Benthams Chapter X12. Benthams Chapter XI13. Benthams Chapter XII14. Benthams Chapter XIII15. Benthams Chapter XIV16. Benthams Chapter XV17. Benthams Chapter XVI18. Benthams Chapter XVII and the Concluding Note19. Glossary20. Bibliography21. Index Long Description Benthams An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation is often considered the first work of the philosophical school of utilitarianism and is thus a vital text for students of philosophy. In this comprehensive guide to the text, Steven Sverdlik provides an entry point into this important work, examining the text in its entirety and highlighting its central claims and their relevance to contemporary discussions in a variety of fields.Sverdlik works through the chapters of Benthams text sequentially, explaining and evaluating the works main themes. The Guide emphasizes Benthams original goal of introducing a utilitarian penal code. Sverdlik explains Benthams fundamental moral claims and principles: the principle of utility, his hedonistic theory of intrinsic value, and his claims about the measurement of pleasure and pain. Bentham also discusses at length human action, motivation, and decision. Sverdlikdiscusses these ideas in general terms, and then examines how Bentham applies them in the context of penal or criminal law. All of this lays the groundwork for a careful discussion of Benthams treatment of the deterrence of potential offenders, the punishment of convicted offenders, and the criminalization ofvarious types of behavior. By restating Benthams arguments in contemporary philosophical terms, Sverdlik allows readers to see how his thinking connects to current debates about the criminal justice system.This guide provides a systematic contemporary overview of Benthams Introduction that will be valuable to undergraduate philosophy students, as well as students and scholars with a working knowledge of basic philosophy who are interested in criminal law, moral philosophy, and moral psychology. Details ISBN0190089903 Author Steven Sverdlik Short Title Benthams Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 0190089903 ISBN-13 9780190089900 Format Hardcover Subtitle A Guide Country of Publication United States Publisher Oxford University Press Inc Series OXFORD GUIDES TO PHILOSOPHY SERIES Imprint Oxford University Press Inc Place of Publication New York Illustrator Ciara Ni Dhuinn Edited by Tim Sacco Birth 1932 Death 1937 Affiliation NSF NOIRLab (United States) Position Psychologist Qualifications Psy.D NZ Release Date 2023-05-11 UK Release Date 2023-05-11 Alternative 9780190089917 DEWEY 192 Audience Professional & Vocational Publication Date 2023-07-13 US Release Date 2023-07-13 AU Release Date 2023-05-29 Pages 340 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! 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