John Stuart Mill Flashcards
When was John Stuart Mill born?
May 20, 1806
Who were John Stuart Mill’s parents?
James Mill and Harriet Burrow
What language did John Stuart Mill read by the age of three?
Greek
Which major work of Mill is a defense of individual freedom?
On Liberty
What was the focus of Mill’s book ‘The Subjection of Women’?
Gender equality and women’s rights
Which philosophy did Mill expand upon in his work ‘Utilitarianism’?
Bentham’s utilitarianism
What significant economic work did Mill publish in 1848?
Principles of Political Economy
In what year was ‘On Liberty’ published?
1859
What was Mill’s stance on free speech in ‘On Liberty’?
He argued for free speech except when it incites harm
What historical period did Mill live through?
The Industrial Revolution
How did the political environment influence Mill’s work?
It influenced him to focus on reform movements, individual liberty, and social progress
Which philosopher greatly influenced Mill’s early education?
Jeremy Bentham
How did Mill’s strict education impact his life?
It caused him to have a nervous breakdown in his twenties
How did Mill’s nervous breakdown change his intellectual approach?
It led him to explore emotions and the arts, moving beyond strict utilitarianism
What major political role did Mill take on in 1865?
He became a Member of Parliament
