Jeremy Bentham

Jeremy Bentham (1749–1832) was a British philosopher, merchant and lawyer.

Also recorded as Gamaliel Smith; Philip Beauchamp.

Overview

Also worked under the name Philip Beauchamp and Gamaliel Smith.

Born at Houndsditch in 1749, died at London in 1832.

In detail

Jeremy Bentham studied at Westminster School and The Queen's College. the recorded working language is English and French.

The field of work recorded is philosophy, law and social philosophy. The authority associates the name with utilitarianism.

Places of work recorded in the authority are England.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Jeremy Bentham”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q60887: Jeremy Bentham

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