A Sketch of His Life, Pt 1

John Stuart Mill; His Life and Works

by VARIOUS ( - )

This biography is actually a series of essays by prominent personalities of the time that shed light on John Stuart Mill's life and areas of endeavor. Those areas include his experiences in India House, his moral character, certain botanical explorations, how effective he was as a critic, studies in morals and the law, and discoveries concerning political economy. They also explore ideas concerning his influence on institutions of higher learning, accomplishments as a politician, and fame as a philosopher. (Summary by Bill Boerst)

Listen next episodes of John Stuart Mill; His Life and Works:
A Sketch of His Life, Pt. 2 , His Botanical Studies , His Career in the India House , His Influence as a Practical Politician , His Influence at the Universities , His Moral Character , His Place as a Critic , His Position as a Philosopher , His Relation to Positivism , His Studies in Morals and Jurisprudence , His Work in Philosophy , His Work in Political Economy