Civilization (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425466213)

Civilization is a book written by John Stuart Mill, a British philosopher and political economist, first published in 1836. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the development of civilization and its impact on society. Mill examines the progress of civilization from ancient times to the present day, exploring the cultural, social, and political changes that have occurred over time.In the book, Mill argues that civilization has brought about significant improvements in human life, including advancements in technology, science, and medicine. However, he also acknowledges the negative consequences of civilization, including the exploitation of labor, environmental degradation, and the erosion of individual freedom.Mill also explores the role of government in promoting and regulating civilization, arguing that it has a responsibility to ensure that the benefits of civilization are shared by all members of society. He advocates for a liberal form of government that protects individual rights and promotes social equality.Overall, Civilization is a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of the impact of civilization on society, and a call for greater social justice and equality. It remains a seminal work in the field of political philosophy and a must-read for anyone interested in the history and development of human society.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dissertations and Discussions: Political, Philosophical and Historical V1, by John Stuart Mill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188752.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Stuart Mill
ISBN-10: 1425466214
ISBN-13: 9781425466213
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 56
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.13d