Bentham and the arts

Bentham and the Arts considers the sceptical challenge presented by Jeremy Bentham's hedonistic utilitarianism to the existence of the aesthetic. Leading scholars from a variety of disciplines reflect on the implications of Bentham's radical utilitarian approach for our understanding of th...

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Other Authors: Julius, Anthony, 1956- editor (editor), Quinn, Malcolm, 1963- editor, Schofield, Philip, 1958- editor
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: London : University College London [2020]
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Summary:Bentham and the Arts considers the sceptical challenge presented by Jeremy Bentham's hedonistic utilitarianism to the existence of the aesthetic. Leading scholars from a variety of disciplines reflect on the implications of Bentham's radical utilitarian approach for our understanding of the history and contemporary nature of art, literature, and aesthetics more generally.
Item Description:Includes index.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xii, 298 pages)
ISBN:9781787357365
Access:Open access