A state which dwarfs its men, in order that they may be more docile instruments in its hands even for beneficial purposes--will find that with small men no great thing can really be accomplished.
John Stuart MillAll that makes existence valuable to any one depends on the enforcement of restraints upon the actions of other people.
John Stuart MillI know tolerably well what Ireland was, but have a very imperfect idea of what Ireland is.
John Stuart MillEducation makes a man a more intelligent shoemaker, if that be his occupation, but not by teaching him how to make shoes; it does so by the mental exercise it gives, and the habits it impresses.
John Stuart Mill