Jeremy Bentham's classic philosophical treatise is a foundational work in the field of ethics. In it, Bentham lays out his utilitarian approach to moral decision-making, arguing that the best course of action is always the one that produces the greatest happiness for the greatest number of people. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in modern ethics and moral philosophy. 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 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. 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.