John Stuart Mill (1806–1873) was a British philosopher and economist, profoundly influenced by his father's utilitarian Philosophy and rigorous Education. Living amidst the cultural and political shifts of the Industrial revolution and early Victorian era, Mill authored "On Liberty," published in 1859 by John W. Parker in London. The Work emerged during a Time of societal transformation, responding to the tensions between Individual freedoms and State interventions. Initially, it sparked debate over its radical Defenseof personal liberties and Freedom of expression. Over time, "On Liberty" became a seminal text advocating for civil liberties and minority Rights, influencing liberal Thought, civil rights movements, and diverse thinkers from Gandhi to IsaiahBerlin in various global contexts.
Guiding Question
How can true freedom flourish without risking harm to others?