Description: Moral philosophers agree that welfare matters. But they disagree about what it is, or how much it matters. Wayne Sumner presents an original theory of welfare, investigating its nature and discussing its importance. He considers and rejects all notable theories of welfare, both objective and subjective, including hedonism and theories founded on desire or preference. His own theory connects welfare closely with happiness or life satisfaction. Reacting against the value pluralism that currently dominates moral philosophy, he advances welfare as the only basic ethical value. He concludes by discussing the implications of this thesis for ethical and political theory. Written in clear, non-technical language, and including a definitive survey of other work in this area, Sumner's book is essential reading for moral philosophers, political theorists, and welfare economists.
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Release Year: 1999
Book Title: Welfare, Happiness, and Ethics
Number of Pages: 251 Pages
Publication Name: Welfare, Happiness, and Ethics
Language: English
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Subject: Personal Growth / Happiness, Ethics & Moral Philosophy, History & Theory, Public Policy / Social Services & Welfare, Political
Publication Year: 1999
Item Height: 0.6 in
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 11 Oz
Subject Area: Philosophy, Political Science, Self-Help
Item Length: 8.5 in
Author: L. W. Sumner
Item Width: 5.4 in
Format: Uk-Trade Paper
