Discussion: Authority and the Individual

Author: Bertrand Russell

Description: Authority and the Individual by Bertrand Russell is a philosophical exploration of the dynamics between authority and individual freedom. Russell critically examines how authority structures, whether in the state, family, or society, influence personal autonomy and self-expression. He argues that excessive authority stifles individual creativity and moral development, while too little authority can lead to chaos and social breakdown. Through a historical lens, Russell investigates how different cultures and political systems balance the needs for order and individual rights.

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