The Demands of Consequentialism
Oxford University Press (2001)
Abstract
Tim Mulgan presents a penetrating examination of consequentialism: the theory that human behavior must be judged in terms of the goodness or badness of its consequences. The problem with consequentialism is that it seems unreasonably demanding, leaving us no room for our own aims and interests. In response, Mulgan offers his own, more practical version of consequentialism--one that will surely appeal to philosophers and laypersons alike.Author's Profile
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2005
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BJ1031.M83 2001
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0199286973 9780199286973 9780198250937 0198250932
DOI
10.1093/mind/111.444.891
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