On Liberty

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 Few philosophers have had a greater impact on the modern world than John Stuart Mill. World leaders, political parties and academics have all taken inspiration from his pioneering concepts. In On Liberty, Mill wrote a classic defence of liberalism, human rights and utilitarianism. Applying his theories to politics, On Liberty is a magnificent examination the nature of state and society. First published in 1859, Mill's libertarian ideas continue to exert an incredible influence on politics and philosophy today.

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John Stuart Mill

filozof și economist politic britanic (1806–1873)

John Stuart Mill a fost un filosof britanic al epocii victoriene, unul dintre cei mai influenți gânditori liberali ai secolului al XIX-lea, care a adus contribuții la dezvoltarea utilitarismului.