On Liberty by John Stuart Mill

Update: 2025-08-19

Description

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This is On Liberty by John Stuart Mill, read by Bryn Roberts, presented with full on-screen subtitles and tranquil visuals to help you stay engaged.

📘 About the Book

Originally published in 1859, On Liberty is a defining work of classical liberalism. Mill defends individual freedom, free speech, and the limits of government authority over the individual. His ideas remain central to political thought, civil rights debates, and modern democratic values.

✍️ About the Author

John Stuart Mill (1806–1873) was one of the most influential English philosophers and political economists. His writings on liberty, utilitarianism, and representative government helped shape Western liberalism.

🎙️ Narrated by Bryn Roberts

With clear and thoughtful narration, Bryn Roberts brings Mill’s argument to life—making this philosophical text accessible and easy to follow.

📺 Subtitled Audiobook Format

Every word is displayed on screen. Ideal for deep listening, reflective reading, and learners of all levels.

🧠 Themes Explored

The harm principle
Individual autonomy
Freedom of thought and discussion
Tyranny of the majority
Social progress and diversity

Timestamps

00:00 - On Liberty by John Stuart Mill
00:13 - Chapter 1: Introductory
43:43 - Chapter 2: Of the Liberty of Thought and Discussion
2:38:30 - Chapter 3: Of Individuality, as One of the Elements of Well-Being
3:34:50 - Chapter 4: Of the Limits to the Authority of Society over the Individual
4:32:08 - Chapter 5: Applications

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