Capaldi, Nicholas (introduction)
John Stuart Mill
- ISBN 13:
- 9781587314070
- author:
- Capaldi, Nicholas (introduction)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Printed Publication
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 812
- Dimensions:
- 229mm / 152mm
- Genre:
- Government Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
John Stuart Mill's selected writings offer profound insights into democracy, freedom and government. This collection includes lesser-known works alongside his famous "On Liberty" and "On Representative Government", providing a nuanced understanding of the author's thoughts on politics, society and human nature.
The writings gathered here showcase Mill's engagement with key issues of his time, including education, marriage, press freedom, and social justice. His review of Alexis de Tocqueville's "Democracy in America" offers a unique perspective on the American experiment, while his letters to Tocqueville provide a personal glimpse into their intellectual relationship.
This edition aims to illuminate the evolution of democratic thought and its ongoing relevance today. By examining Mill's ideas alongside those of his contemporaries, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complex trade-offs between individual liberty and collective well-being.
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