<p>This collection of essays and journalism cover a wide range of topics from balancing prosperity and public expenditure or the mental differences between boys and girls to 'who may use lipstick'. <em>Mortal and Others</em> shows the serious and non-serious side of Russell's personality and work. It provides a lively and revealing introduction to Russell's thought for all readers. <br> First published in 1975 <em>Mortals and Others</em> is at last available in paperback with a new introduction by John Slater.</p>