On Liberty

A cornerstone of classical liberalism, John Stuart Mill's On Liberty (1859) is a powerful defense of individual freedom against the overreach of government and the tyranny of the majority.
Mill argues that the sole justification for limiting liberty is to prevent harm to others—otherwise, every person should be free to think, speak, and live as they choose. Through compelling reasoning rooted in utilitarianism, he champions free expression, individuality, and personal autonomy as essential to human progress and societal well-being.
Timeless and provocative, this seminal essay remains essential reading for anyone interested in the balance between authority and personal liberty, democracy's limits, and the value of dissent.
Ideal for students of philosophy, political theory, and civil rights.