John Stuart Mill Collected editions

John Stuart Mill (1806 – 1873) was an English philosopher, political economist, and civil servant whose works championed individual liberty, social progress, and gender equality. His essay On Liberty remains a classic defense of free thought and expression, arguing that personal freedom should only be limited to prevent harm to others.

In The Subjection of Women, Mill made a powerful case for women’s rights, while his writings on utilitarianism refined the philosophy developed by Jeremy Bentham. Mill’s career in Parliament reflected his commitment to reform and justice.

Through his clarity of thought and moral conviction, John Stuart Mill remains a guiding voice for liberal democracy and human rights.