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The Pursuit of Happiness: Philosophical and Psychological Foundations of Utility
Oxford: Oxford University Press. Edited by Brian Skyrms (2020)
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Utilitarianism is one of the most famous ethical doctrines, based on the ideal of maximizing pleasure and minimizing pain. But Utilitarians and their opponents lack a clear scientific and philosophical understanding of its foundations, the measurement and aggregation of utility. This is what The Pursuit of Happiness now offers.Author's Profile
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