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The autodidact and polymath Herbert Spencer was one of the most globally renowned philosophers of the 19th century.

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Paul Meany
Editor for Intellectual History, Lib​er​tar​i​an​ism​.org

Over his 60-​year career, English philosopher Herbert Spencer discussed a myriad of topics, including ethics, political philosophy, sociology, and psychology. Central to his intellectual journey, however, was his exploration of evolution—a concept that shaped his vision for a freer world. Though his name may not be widely recognized today, Spencer was once one of the foremost advocates for liberalism across the globe.