Civilization

Civilization is a philosophical treatise by John Stuart Mill, first published in 1836. The book explores the nature of civilization and its impact on society, arguing that civilization is the result of human progress and that it is necessary for the improvement of society. Mill examines the different stages of civilization, from the primitive to the advanced, and discusses the role of education, religion, and government in promoting and sustaining civilization. He also considers the impact of civilization on individual freedom and the potential dangers of its excesses. Through his analysis, Mill offers a vision of a balanced and harmonious society that values both individual freedom and social progress. The book is a seminal work in the history of political philosophy and remains influential today.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dissertations and Discussions: Political, Philosophical and Historical V1, by John Stuart Mill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188752.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.