"The Philosophy of Herbert Spencer: The First Systematic Philosopher" - this book is a study of the life and work of the outstanding British philosopher of the 19th century, Herbert Spencer. The author, the famous philosopher and sociologist John Arthur Thomson, reveals to the reader a broad view of Spencer's ideas, his influence on the development of philosophy and science. The book examines in detail Spencer's philosophical concepts, his approaches to social problems, the doctrine of evolution and the functioning of society. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and sociology, and who wishes to better understand the essence and impact of Herbert Spencer's legacy on contemporary humanitarian thought.