On Liberty - by Mill (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

This hardback gift edition, featuring gilded edges and an embossed cover design, presents John Stuart Mill's On Liberty, a magnificent examination of the nature of state and society.

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. First published in 1859, Mill's libertarian ideas continue to exert an incredible influence on politics and philosophy today. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautiful pocket editions of iconic literary works from across history. Presented with striking foil cover embossing, gilded page edges, and deluxe ivory paper, these editions make the perfect gift for lovers of classic literature.

About the Author

John Stuart Mill (1806-1873) was one of the most influential political philosophers of the modern age. His defence of liberalism, human rights and women's suffrage helped to shape the nature of democracy enjoyed today. Wilhelm von Humboldt (1767-1835) was a German language scholar, philosopher, diplomat, and educational reformer whose contribution to the development of the scientific study of language became highly valued in the 20th century. He was the founder of the Humboldt University of Berlin, which was named after him in 1949.