Jeremy Bentham

Jeremy Bentham: His Life And Work is a biography of the English philosopher and social reformer, Jeremy Bentham, written by Charles Milner Atkinson and originally published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive account of Bentham's life, from his childhood and education to his influential contributions to philosophy, politics, and law. Atkinson explores Bentham's development of the utilitarian philosophy, which emphasizes the greatest good for the greatest number, and his advocacy for social and legal reforms, including prison reform and the abolition of the death penalty. The book also delves into Bentham's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, and his eccentricities, such as his fascination with mummification. Overall, Jeremy Bentham: His Life And Work offers a detailed and engaging portrait of one of the most significant thinkers of the 18th and 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.