The Morality of Happiness: An Essay

By Thomas Campbell Foster

Book Overview

In this thoughtful work, Thomas Campbell Foster explores the idea that happiness is not merely a matter of pleasure or circumstance, but a moral achievement shaped by character, choice, and responsibility.

The Morality of Happiness examines the enduring relationship between ethical conduct and genuine well-being. Rather than treating happiness as a private or subjective pursuit, Foster presents it as inseparable from ethical living. He considers how virtues such as self-control, honesty, sympathy, and purpose contribute to a stable and meaningful form of happiness.

Written with clarity and moral seriousness, this book offers a reflective guide to living well, inviting readers to reconsider common assumptions about success, pleasure, and fulfilment. Ideal for readers interested in moral philosophy, character development, and the ethical foundations of a good life.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1528726499
• ISBN13: 9781528726498
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Read & Co. Great Essays
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.0" x 8.0"