Utilitarianism: and the 1868 Speech on Capital Punishment (Hackett Classics)

This expanded edition of John Stuart Mill's Utilitarianism includes a significant addition - his 1868 speech to the British House of Commons defending the use of capital punishment in cases of aggravated murder.

This speech is not only timely but also illustrates the applicability of the principle of utility to questions of large-scale social policy.

With this addition, readers will gain a deeper understanding of Mill's philosophy and its relevance to contemporary debates on ethics and morality.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore one of the most influential works in the history of philosophy!