Description
John Stuart Mill's seminal work, "On Liberty," stands as a powerful and enduring argument for individual freedom and the importance of personal autonomy. Mill passionately defends the rights of the individual against the potential tyranny of both government and societal pressures, advocating for freedom of thought, speech, and lifestyle. He contends that diversity and individuality are essential for human progress and that society benefits from a wide range of opinions and experiments in living. This foundational text remains a cornerstone of liberal thought, exploring the delicate balance between individual liberty and social order.
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paperback
Penguin Classics
Published Jul 29, 1982
187 pages
ISBN: 9780140432077
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First Published
1859
Language
eng
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