{"title":"Michael Quinn","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing world of political theory and current affairs with the works of \u003cstrong\u003eMichael Quinn\u003c\/strong\u003e. A distinguished scholar in the field, Quinn offers in-depth insights and critical analyses that capture the complexities of political philosophy and contemporary issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eBentham\u003c\/em\u003e, where Michael Quinn delves into the life and ideas of the influential philosopher Jeremy Bentham. His writings encapsulate the essence of utilitarian principles, presenting them in a way that is both accessible and thought-provoking. Ideal for students, academics, and anyone interested in the evolution of political thought, this book provides valuable perspectives on governance and ethics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned political enthusiast or just beginning your exploration, Michael Quinn's collection is a substantial resource for understanding pressing political matters and philosophical debates of our time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bentham-by-michael-quinn-9781509521913","title":"Bentham","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJeremy Bentham – philosopher, theorist of law and of the art of government – was among the most influential figures of the early nineteenth century, and the approach he pioneered – utilitarianism – remains central to the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this new introduction to his ideas, Michael Quinn shows how Bentham sought to be an engineer or architect of choices and to illuminate the methods of influencing human conduct to good ends, by focusing on how people react to the various physical, legal, institutional, normative and cultural factors that confront them as decision-makers. Quinn examines how Bentham adopted utility as the critical standard for the development and evaluation of government and public policy, and explains how he sought to apply this principle to a range of areas, from penal law to democratic reform, before concluding with an assessment of his contemporary relevance. He argues that Bentham simultaneously sought both to facilitate the implementation of governmental will and to expose misrule by rendering all exercises of public power transparent to the public on whose behalf it was exercised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBentham\u003c\/em\u003e will be essential reading for any student or scholar of Bentham, as well as those interested in the history of political thought, philosophy, politics, ethics and utilitarianism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340644401388,"sku":"9781509521913","price":40.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12241383482725.jpg?v=1772163148"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-quinn.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}