All desirable things... are desirable either for the pleasure inherent in themselves or as a means to the promotion of pleasure and the prevention of pain.
John Stuart Mill (20 May 1806 – 8 May 1873) was an English philosopher, political economist and civil servant. One of the most influential thinkers in the history of liberalism, he contributed widely to social theory, political theory and political economy. Mill's conception of liberty justified the freedom of the individual in opposition to unlimited state and social control.
Enjoy the best John Stuart Mill picture quotes.
Read more about John Stuart Mill on Wikipedia.