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“A cultivated mind—I do not mean that of a philosopher, but any mind to which the fountains of knowledge have been opened, and which has been taught, in any tolerable degree, to exercise its faculties—finds sources of inexhaustible interest in all that surrounds it: in the objects of nature, the achievements of art, the imaginations of poetry, the incidents of history, the ways of mankind, past and present, and their prospects in the future.”

Quote by John Stuart Mill

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Utilitarianism

Utilitarianism is a foundational work in moral philosophy, offering a comprehensive examination of the principles of utilitarianism. The book delves into the concept of actions being inherently right or wrong based on their outcomes, specifically the promotion of happiness and the prevention of suffering. It is a seminal text that has influenced ethical thought and has been a cornerstone in discussions of moral responsibility and societal welfare. more

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John Stuart Mill
John Stuart Mill

John Stuart Mill was an influential British philosopher, economist, and logician. He is one of the most important figures in 19th-century philosophy and his ideas had a profound impact on political, social, and philosophical thought of the time. more

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