English Positivism: A Study on John Stuart Mill is a book written by Hippolyte Taine, a French philosopher and historian. The book is a detailed analysis of the philosophy of John Stuart Mill, a prominent English philosopher and economist of the 19th century. Taine examines Mill's ideas on positivism, which is a philosophical theory that emphasizes the importance of empirical evidence and scientific reasoning in understanding the world. The book explores Mill's views on various topics such as ethics, politics, and economics, and how they relate to his positivist philosophy. Taine also provides a historical context for Mill's ideas, discussing the intellectual climate of England during the 19th century and the influence of other philosophers on Mill's thought. Overall, English Positivism: A Study on John Stuart Mill is a comprehensive and insightful examination of one of the most important thinkers of the 19th century. It is an ideal read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or the intellectual history of England during the 19th century.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.