Standards of Public Morality

Standards of Public Morality is a book written by Arthur Twining Hadley, an American economist and educator. The book is a collection of essays that explore the role of public morality in society and its impact on public policy.Hadley argues that public morality is essential for the functioning of a democratic society, and that it should be based on universal principles that are grounded in reason and experience. He examines various issues related to public morality, such as the role of religion, the nature of human rights, and the limits of individual freedom.The book is divided into three parts. The first part examines the concept of public morality and its relationship to law and government. The second part explores the role of religion in public morality, and the third part looks at the practical implications of public morality for public policy.Throughout the book, Hadley draws on examples from history and contemporary society to illustrate his arguments. He also engages with the work of other thinkers and philosophers, including John Stuart Mill, Immanuel Kant, and Thomas Aquinas.Overall, Standards of Public Morality is a thought-provoking and insightful book that explores the complex relationship between public morality and public policy. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ethics, politics, or social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.