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A Systemic of Logic, Ratiocinative and Inductive (1843)
5 Principles of Inductive Reasoning known as Mill's Methods:
-Direct method of agreement
-Method of difference
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On Liberty (1859)
"The sole end for which mankind are warranted, individually or collectively, in interfering with the liberty of action of any of their number, is self-protection. That the only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will, is to prevent harm to others. (OL 51-2). -
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The Greatest British Philosopher of the 19th Century
Mill established this rule over English thought through his writings in logic, epistemology, economics, social and political philosophy, ethics, metaphysics, religion, and current affairs -
Utilitarianism (1861)
His goal is to justify the utilitarian principle as the foundation of morals. This principle says actions are right in proportion as they tend to promote overall human happiness. So, Mill focuses on consequences of actions and not on rights nor ethical sentiments. -
Works Cited
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, John Stuart Mill, www.iep.utm.edu/milljs/#SH2e.
