The Routledge Philosophy GuideBooks painlessly introduce students to theclassic works of philosophy by focusing upon an important text situating thephilosopher ... » 

The Routledge Philosophy GuideBooks painlessly introduce students to theclassic works of philosophy by focusing upon an important text situating thephilosopher and the work in a historical context considering the text inquestion and assessing the philosophers contribution to contemporary thought.John Stuart Mill is one of the most important figures in political philosophy.Mills On Liberty remains today as one of the most influential and stirringstatements in favor of the rights of the individual. Mill on Liberty introducesand assesses Mills life and the background of On Liberty The ideas and textof On Liberty The continuing importance of Mills work to philosophy andpolitical thought «