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The Philosophy of John Stuart Mill

Book • 1970
Alan Ryan's book provides an accessible and insightful analysis of John Stuart Mill's philosophical contributions, including his defense of utilitarianism, the harm principle in On Liberty, and advocacy for individual freedom and women's rights.

It examines Mill's empiricism, rejection of a priori knowledge, and emphasis on promoting the greatest happiness.

The work situates Mill's ideas within 19th-century thought, highlighting their enduring influence on ethics, politics, and society.

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