John Stuart Mill, Volume 4First published in 1976, this volume offers a significant new interpretation of Mill's political thought, Mill's ambivalent attitude to democracy is carefully examined. The implications for modern democracy of Mill's views on consensus and leadership, bureaucracy and participation, equality and liberty emerge from a deep understanding of Mill's place in 19th century ideas. |
Contents
Chapter I Self Culture the Eclectic Stance and Toryism | 1 |
Chapter II Romantic and Utilitarian | 29 |
Chapter III Science and the Authority of the Instructed | 57 |
Chapter IV Laissezfaire Socialism and Future Society | 84 |
Chapter V Liberty and Individuality | 109 |
Chapter VI Government Bureaucracy and Voting | 125 |
Conclusion | 141 |
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