Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Mill on Liberty

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