The book "English Utilitarians, Volume 1 (of 3)" by the famous British historian and critic Leslie Stephen is the first volume of a comprehensive study of the ethical theories and philosophy of utilitarianism in English literature of the 19th century. The author offers the reader an in-depth analysis of the ideas of prominent English utilitarian philosophers such as Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill, highlighting their views on morality, justice, freedom and other key aspects of civil society. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and contemporary debates around ethics and politics.