The Basic Writings of John Stuart Mill: On Liberty, the Subjection of Women and Utilitarianism (Modern Library Classics)

The writings of John Stuart Mill have become the cornerstone of political liberalism. Collected for the first time in this volume are Mill’s three seminal and most widely read works: __On Liberty, The Subjection of Women, and Utilitarianism__. A brilliant defense of individual rights versus the power of the state, __On Liberty__ is essential reading for anyone interested in political thought and theory. As Bertrand Russell reflected, “On Liberty remains a classic . . . the present world would be better than it is, if [Mill’s] principles were more respected.”This Modern Library Paperback Classics edition includes newly commissioned endnotes and commentary by Dale E. Miller, and an index. The writings of John Stuart Mill have become the cornerstone of political liberalism. Collected for the first time in this volume are Mill’s three seminal and most widely read works: On Liberty, The Subjection of Women, and Utilitarianism . A brilliant defense of individual rights versus the power of the state, On Liberty is essential reading for anyone interested in political thought and theory. As Bertrand Russell reflected, “On Liberty remains a classic . . . the present world would be better than it is, if [Mill’s] principles were more respected.” This Modern Library Paperback Classics edition includes newly commissioned endnotes and commentary by Dale E. Miller, and an index. Contains Three Of John Stuart Mill's Most Popular Writings: On Liberty, The Subjection Of Women, And Utilitarianism. On Liberty -- The Subjection Of Women -- Utilitarianism. John Stuart Mill ; Introduction By J.b. Schneewind ; Notes And Commentary By Dale E. Miller. Includes Index. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [302]-360) And Index. Contains three of John Stuart Mill's widely-read works