The English Utilitarians, Volume 1 (of 3)

Name: The English Utilitarians, Volume 1 (of 3)
Author: Leslie Stephen

By Leslie Stephen

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This study traces the rise and workings of the English utilitarian movement through biography of its chief figures—Jeremy Bentham, James Mill, and John Stuart Mill—and examination of the political, social, and intellectual conditions that shaped their thought. It pairs life-histories with analyses of industrial change and social problems such as pauperism, policing, education, the slave trade, and reactions to the French Revolution, assesses constitutional, legal, and administrative contexts, and gives a close account of Bentham's reform proposals, doctrinal principles, and efforts at codification and criminal law reform.

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Leslie Stephen

Leslie Stephen (1832-1904) was an English author, literary critic, and philosopher, known for his contributions to the study of English literature and society in the 18th century. He was a prominent figure in the Victorian literary scene and served as the first editor of the Dictionary of National Biography. His notable works include "Hours in a Library," a series of essays reflecting on various literary figures and themes, and "English Literature and Society in the Eighteenth Century," which explores the cultural context of the period. Stephen's writings often blend literary criticism with ethical considerations, making significant contributions to both literature and philosophy.