The Fable of the Bees; Or, Private Vices, Public Benefits
Read a fragment
Instant download
after payment (24/7)
Wide range of formats
(for all gadgets)
Full book
(including for Apple and Android)
"The Fable of the Bees; or, Private Vices, Public Benefits" is a philosophical treatise by Bernard Mandeville, which was published in 1714 and was one of the most influential works of its time. In the book, the author examines complex issues of morality and ethics through the prism of his famous allegory about bees. Mandeville puts forward the thesis that the private vices of individuals can contribute to public benefits and the prosperity of society as a whole. The book provoked heated discussions due to its unconventional views and is a witty contribution to the philosophical literature of the 18th century.
GB/335317/R
Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Bernard Mandeville
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2018-06-04
- Title
- Or, Private Vices, Public Benefits
The Fable of the Bees - Subject
- BJ
Charity-schools -- Early works to 1800
Ethics -- Early works to 1800
Virtue -- Early works to 1800
4 books by the same author:
Products from this category:
"The Fable of the Bees; or, Private Vices, Public Benefits" is a philosophical treatise by Bernard Mandeville, which was published in 1714 and was one of the mo...