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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Herbert Spencer
iep.utm.edu
Biographical information and an explanation of his philosophy. By William Sweet.
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Herbert Spencer
plato.stanford.edu
Article by David Weinstein. Attempts to restore this philosopher to his place in the liberal utilitarian tradition.
The Survival of a Fitting Quotation
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The history of a famous quotation widely misattributed to Herbert Spencer: "contempt prior to investigation." Study by Michael StGeorge.
Victorian Web: Herbert Spencer (1820-1903)
victorianweb.org
A capsule view of Spencer's life and legacy, with links.