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The methods of ethics
Book • 1874
The Methods of Ethics, first published in 1874, provides a comprehensive analysis of ethical theories, particularly intuitionism, egoism, and utilitarianism.
Sidgwick aims to systematize and improve ordinary morality by examining these methods and their implications for practical decision-making.
The book is considered a foundational work in the utilitarian tradition and remains influential in contemporary ethical debates.
Sidgwick aims to systematize and improve ordinary morality by examining these methods and their implications for practical decision-making.
The book is considered a foundational work in the utilitarian tradition and remains influential in contemporary ethical debates.
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Stephen West
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Mentioned as a wonderful book written by Henry Sidgwick, an important utilitarian thinker.
Better Socrates Dissatisfied than a Fool Satisfied? (Utilitarianism, Part 1)
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Thomas Cavanaugh
"Aquinas and Consequentialism"
