Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Mill on Liberty

Jonathan Riley

ISBN 10: 0415141893 / ISBN 13: 9780415141895

Published by Routledge, 1998

May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0415141893I4N00

Synopsis:

This Routledge Philosophy GuideBook introduces John Stuart Mill and one of his major works, On Liberty. We see that in On Liberty Mill outlines the importance of moral rights, respect for rule of law, and individuality.
Written with students in mind, Jonathan Riley gracefully eases the reader into Mill's work, life, and philosophy. An ideal read for those coming to Mill for the first time, and for anyone with an interest in political philosophy.

Synopsis: The Routledge Philosophy GuideBooks painlessly introduce students to the classic works of philosophy by focusing upon an important text -situating the philosopher and the work in a historical context, considering the text in question and assessing the philosopher's contribution to contemporary thought. John Stuart Mill is one of the most important figures in political philosophy. Mill's On Liberty remains today as one of the most influential and stirring statements in favor of the rights of the individual. Mill on Liberty introduces and assesses: Mill's life and the background of On Liberty The ideas and text of On Liberty The continuing importance of Mill's work to philosophy and political thought

Bibliographic Details

Title: Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Mill on ...
Publisher: Routledge
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket