Herbert Spencer

472 books • 17 series

Herbert Spencer (1820-1903) was an English philosopher and sociologist known for his contributions to evolutionary theory and social philosophy. Spencer's works, including "Social Statics," reflect his beliefs in individualism, free markets, and limited government intervention. He is regarded as one of the prominent figures in classical liberalism and social Darwinism, influencing fields such as sociology and political science.

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of The Principles of Sociology Volume 1; V. 6; V. 1882

The Principles of Sociology Volume 1; V. 6; V. 1882

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of The Man Versus the State; Containing "The New Toryism," "The Coming Slavery," "The Sins of Legislators," and "The Great Politcal Superstition."

The Man Versus the State; Containing "The New Toryism," "The Coming Slavery," "The Sins of Legislators," and "The Great Politcal Superstition."

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of Die Erziehung, in Geistiger, Sittlicher Und Leiblicher Hinsicht

Die Erziehung, in Geistiger, Sittlicher Und Leiblicher Hinsicht

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of Grundlagen Der Philosophie

Grundlagen Der Philosophie

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of The Principles of Sociology Volume 2; V. 6; V. 1884

The Principles of Sociology Volume 2; V. 6; V. 1884

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of La Morale Des Differents Peuples Et La Morale Personnelle

La Morale Des Differents Peuples Et La Morale Personnelle

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of The Principles of Sociology Volume . 2; . 7

The Principles of Sociology Volume . 2; . 7

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of The Principles of Sociology Volume 1; V. 6; V. 1884

The Principles of Sociology Volume 1; V. 6; V. 1884

Oct 1, 2012
Cover of L'Individu Contre L'Etat

L'Individu Contre L'Etat

Aug 1, 2012
Cover of Essays; Scientific, Political, & Speculative, Vol. I

Essays; Scientific, Political, & Speculative, Vol. I

Jul 10, 2012
Cover of Philosophy of style, an essay

Philosophy of style, an essay

Jul 9, 2012
Cover of Ecclesiastical Institutions; Being Part VI of the Principles of Sociology Volume 6

Ecclesiastical Institutions; Being Part VI of the Principles of Sociology Volume 6

Jul 1, 2012
Cover of The Classification of the Sciences; To Which Are Added, Reasons for Dissenting from the Philosophy of M. Comte

The Classification of the Sciences; To Which Are Added, Reasons for Dissenting from the Philosophy of M. Comte

Jul 1, 2012
Cover of Political Institutions; Being Part V of the Principles of Sociology. (the Concluding Portion of Volume 2

Political Institutions; Being Part V of the Principles of Sociology. (the Concluding Portion of Volume 2

Jul 1, 2012
Cover of The Data of Ethics; The Inductions of Ethics the Ethics of Individual Life Volume 1

The Data of Ethics; The Inductions of Ethics the Ethics of Individual Life Volume 1

Jun 1, 2012
Cover of The Principles of Psychology Volume 1, PT. 1

The Principles of Psychology Volume 1, PT. 1

Jun 1, 2012
Cover of Principles of Sociology Volume 2, PT. 1

Principles of Sociology Volume 2, PT. 1

May 14, 2012
Cover of The Coming Slavery and Other Essays

The Coming Slavery and Other Essays

May 1, 2012
Cover of The Principles of Psychology Volume . 2, . 2

The Principles of Psychology Volume . 2, . 2

May 1, 2012
Cover of Introduction A La Science Sociale (2e Ed.) (Ed.1875)

Introduction A La Science Sociale (2e Ed.) (Ed.1875) (Sciences Sociales)

May 1, 2012
Cover of John Stuart Mill; His Life and Work

John Stuart Mill; His Life and Work

May 1, 2012
Cover of The Principles of Sociology; PT. I. the Data of Sociology. PT. II. the Inductions of Sociology. PT. III. the Domestic Relations. 1882

The Principles of Sociology; PT. I. the Data of Sociology. PT. II. the Inductions of Sociology. PT. III. the Domestic Relations. 1882

May 1, 2012
Cover of A System of Synthetic Philosophy Volume 4

A System of Synthetic Philosophy Volume 4

May 1, 2012
Cover of Principes de Sociologie. Volume 3 (Éd.1878-1887)

Principes de Sociologie. Volume 3 (Éd.1878-1887) (Sciences Sociales)