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Utilitarianism

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Philosophy Non-Fiction Classics History

by John Stuart Mill, George Sher

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3.65 (14.7K ratings)
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description 71 pages

Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill, George Sher holds a well received rating of 3.65 out of 5, based on 14.7K reader ratings. First published in 1861. The book spans 71 pages.

About Utilitarianism

This expanded edition of John Stuart Mill's Utilitarianism includes the text of his 1868 speech to the British House of Commons defending the use of capital punishment in cases of aggravated murder. The speech is significant both because its topic remains timely and because its arguments illustrate the applicability of the principle of utility to questions of large-scale social policy.

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Author John Stuart Mill, George Sher
Published 1861
Pages 71
Genres Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Classics, History
Average Rating 3.65 / 5.00
Total Ratings 14,699

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With a rating of 3.65, Utilitarianism is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.00, it performs below the genre benchmark.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Utilitarianism?

Utilitarianism is categorized as Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Classics, History. Its primary genre classification is Classics.

Is Utilitarianism worth reading?

Based on 14.7K reader ratings, Utilitarianism has an average score of 3.65 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Utilitarianism?

Utilitarianism has 71 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote Utilitarianism?

Utilitarianism was written by John Stuart Mill, George Sher. It was first published in 1861.

What is the ISBN for Utilitarianism?

The ISBN-13 for Utilitarianism is 9780872206050.0.

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