The English Utilitarians and India

In contrast with the tendency to regard the Utilitarians primarily as exponents of a moral theory, Stokes here focuses on their claim to have developed a practical science of society. He discusses James Mill's influence as the London head of the Indian administration, Macaulay's Benthamite reforms as Law Member, and Fitzjames Stephen's significance in the passage of utilitarianism into imperialism.

A tribute to the author's meticulous research and intellectual penetration that [this book] still continues to be admired, read and commented upon.--Book Notes