John Stuart Mill's Autobiography

Author: John Stuart Mill
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Publish Date: 1998-10-03
Features: Mill's philosophical thought originates from the traditional British empiricism, but in fundamental philosophical issues, it diverges from Berkeley, Locke, and instead is influenced by Berkeley's subjective idealism and Hume's agnosticism, belonging to idealist sensationalism. At the same time, he is influenced by Bentham's ethics and Comte's positivism, becoming a representative of British positivism. Mill's Autobiography primarily records his early unique learning methods, the formation of his thought system, his experiences in writing and social activities. The book lacks engaging plots and detailed descriptions of life, essentially being a record of personal thoughts and surrounding events. However, the Autobiography narrates the social and political history of mid-19th-century Britain, making it highly valuable for studying Mill's life, his philosophical ideas, and the social conditions of Britain at the time.