Without a doubt, he was a very prolific and controversial figure.
He died on 8th December 1903, aged 83, in Brighton, Sussex, England.
His reputation declined sharply after his death Despite being known as a hypochondriac, Herbert Spencer lived to the age of 83 and enjoyed popularity up to his death.
He struggled to control his public image, even going so far as asking to have his letters returned to him and then destroying those that he felt might damage his reputation.
The pauper is thoroughly persuaded that he has a right to relief.
Towns and roads have become general, and considerable progress in knowledge and the arts has taken place.