Bentham’s Theory of Legislation

'Bentham’s Theory of Legislation, Volume 2' presents the core tenets of Jeremy Bentham’s influential theories on lawmaking and the principles of governance. Compiled from 'Principles De Legislation' and 'Traités De Legislation, Civile Et Penale', and translated and edited by Etienne Dumont, this volume delves into Bentham’s utilitarian approach to crafting effective and just laws. Bentham advocates for the greatest happiness principle, asserting that laws should aim to maximize overall societal well-being.This work explores the philosophical underpinnings of legal systems, offering insights into the design and implementation of laws that promote social harmony and individual liberty. Bentham’s rigorous analysis and systematic approach make this a crucial text for scholars of law, political science, and philosophy, providing a foundational understanding of modern legal thought. This volume remains relevant for anyone interested in the intersection of ethics, governance, and the pursuit of justice.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.