John Stuart Mill; His Life and Works by H. R. Fox Bourne et al.
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| Contributor | Bourne, H. R. Fox (Henry Richard Fox), 1837-1909 |
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| Contributor | Cairnes, John Elliot, 1823-1875 |
| Contributor | Fawcett, Henry, 1833-1884 |
| Contributor | Fawcett, Millicent Garrett, Dame, 1847-1929 |
| Contributor | Harrison, Frederic, 1831-1923 |
| Contributor | Hunter, W. A. (William Alexander), 1844-1898 |
| Contributor | Levy, J. H. (Joseph Hiam), 1838-1913 |
| Contributor | Minto, William, 1845-1893 |
| Contributor | Spencer, Herbert, 1820-1903 |
| Contributor | Thornton, William Thomas, 1813-1880 |
| Contributor | Trimen, Henry, 1843-1896 |
| Title |
John Stuart Mill; His Life and Works
Twelve Sketches by Herbert Spencer, Henry Fawcett, Frederic Harrison, and Other Distinguished Authors |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | A sketch of his life / H.R. Fox Bourne -- His career in the India House / W.T. Thornton -- His moral character / Herbert Spencer -- His botanical studies / Henry Trimen -- His place as a critic / W. Minto -- His work in philosophy / J.H. Levy -- His studies in morals and jurisprudence / W.A. Hunter -- His work in political economy / J.E. Cairnes -- His influence at the universities / Henry Fawcett -- His influence as a practical politician / Milicent Garrett Fawcett -- His relation to positivism / Frederic Harrison -- His position as a philosopher / W.A. Hunter. |
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| Summary | "John Stuart Mill: His Life and Works" by H. R. Fox Bourne et al. is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life and contributions of John Stuart Mill, a prominent philosopher, economist, and advocate for social reform. The book provides insights into Mill's intellectual development, career, and the significant impact he had on political economy, moral philosophy, and social issues such as women's rights. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to John Stuart Mill's early life, highlighting his education and the profound influence of his father, James Mill. Early on, Mill displayed exceptional intellectual abilities, leading to a rigorous education under his father's guidance, which included an array of subjects and languages. The text outlines Mill’s formative experiences, including his time at the India House where he worked in various capacities, and touches on his friendship with key figures of his time, such as Jeremy Bentham. It sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Mill's philosophical ideas and his broader influence on society, emphasizing the roots of his thought and the personal values that guided him throughout his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion |
| Subject | Mill, John Stuart, 1806-1873 |
| Subject | Philosophers -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15268 |
| Release Date | Mar 6, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 172 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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