# James Mill — On Liberty character guide

> James Mill in On Liberty by John Stuart Mill.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0007-i-introductory

## Who they are

John Stuart Mill's father and utilitarian philosopher, briefly referenced.

## In the story

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/on_liberty_se/chapters/i)

Mill's father, who designed his extraordinary education and lectured him during walks.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/on_liberty_se/chapters/ii)

Mill's father, who trained him in a 'dry light' and openly taxed him about his relationship with Mrs. Taylor.

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