The Autobiography of John Stuart Mill (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162587325)

The Autobiography of John Stuart Mill is a memoir written by the renowned British philosopher and economist, John Stuart Mill. The book chronicles Mill's life from his childhood in London to his adulthood as a prominent figure in the intellectual and political spheres of Victorian England. In the book, Mill discusses his upbringing, education, and intellectual development, as well as his personal relationships and political beliefs. He also reflects on his career as a civil servant and his contributions to the fields of economics and philosophy, including his influential work, On Liberty. Throughout the autobiography, Mill provides insight into the social and political climate of 19th century England, including the debates surrounding women's rights, slavery, and colonialism. He also discusses his own struggles with depression and his relationship with his wife, Harriet Taylor. The Autobiography of John Stuart Mill is a valuable resource for those interested in the life and ideas of one of the most important thinkers of the 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the intellectual and political landscape of Victorian England, as well as a personal account of one man's journey towards intellectual and moral enlightenment.1924. Published for the first time without alterations or omissions from the original transcript. Mill's autobiography shows the growth of a man in the midst of his age. It is the personal, though dispassionate, story of the conflict of an integrated spirit with the ideas and with the affairs of men. One sees an age, and one sees a man; both man and age are so much a part of our own day that by knowing them we learn to know ourselves.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.

Author: John Stuart Mill,John Jacob Coss
ISBN-10: 1162587326
ISBN-13: 9781162587325
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.52d