On Liberty

by John Stuart Mill

Published in 1859

A seminal philosophical work that explores the nature and limits of the power that can be legitimately exercised by society over the individual. Mill articulates his famous 'harm principle,' arguing that the only purpose for restricting liberty is to prevent harm to others. The text vigorously defends freedom of speech and individuality while warning against the social and political dangers of the 'tyranny of the majority'.

Genres: Philosophy, Political Science

Tags: liberalism, utilitarianism, freedom, ethics, political philosophy