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A System of Logic: Ratiocinative and Inductive, 7th Edition, Vol. I

By John Stuart Mill
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A systematic examination of the principles and methods by which evidence is gathered and conclusions are drawn, beginning with a careful analysis of language—names, propositions, and their meanings—to clarify how assertions convey information. It treats ratiocative reasoning and the role of syllogism, reconciles rival views on formal inference, and develops a generalized theory of induction that extracts rules from scientific practice. The work then considers how these methods can be applied beyond the physical sciences to moral and social phenomena, asking to what extent similar procedures can secure reliable knowledge in those domains.

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John Stuart Mill

John Stuart Mill (1806-1873) was a British philosopher, political economist, and civil servant, known for his contributions to liberal thought and utilitarianism. His seminal work, "On Liberty," explores the nature and limits of individual freedom, advocating for personal autonomy and social progress. Mill's writings on political economy, particularly in "Principles of Political Economy," address the complexities of economic theory and its implications for society. He also engaged with social issues, as seen in his essays on representative government and socialism. Mill's intellectual legacy continues to influence contemporary discussions on ethics, politics, and economics.

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