arms of Brasenose College, Oxford

A smart copy of J.S. Mill's (1806-1873) autobiography, published posthumously the year of his death, in an amorial calf binding for Brasenose College, Oxford.

Mill offers us a unique insight into his mental development, from the rigourous and 'unusual' education he received under the tutelage of his father, the Benthamite philosopher James Mill, to the publication of his major works in later life.

Fourth edition; 8vo (22 x 14.5 cm); ownership inscription in pencil to front free endpaper; contemporary navy calf armorial binding for Brasenose College, Oxford, gilt arms of to covers, gilt spine in 6 compartments, contrasting red morocco lettering-piece, edges stained red, slightly rubbed and marked, very good; vi, 325, [1]pp.