
The concept of well-being plays a central role in moral and political theory. Policies and actions are justified or criticized on the grounds that they make people better or worse off. But is there really such a thing as well-being, and if so, what is it? Is it pleasure, desire-satisfaction,...

In this entertaining, accessible book Bradley guides readers through the philosophical theories of well-being, such as hedonism, perfectionism and pluralism, showing the benefits and drawbacks of each. He explores the role of well-being in moral & political theory, and the limitations...