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This study provides a comprehensive reinterpretation of the meaning of Locke's political thought. John Dunn restores Locke's ideas to their exact context, and so stresses the historical question of what Locke in the Two Treatises of Government was intending to claim. By adopting this approach, he reveals the predominantly theological character of all Locke's thinking about politics and provides a convincing analysis of the development of Locke's thought. In a polemical concluding section, John Dunn argues that liberal and Marxist interpretations of Locke's politics have failed to grasp his meaning. Locke emerges as not merely a contributor to the development of English constitutional thought, or as a reflector of socio-economic change in seventeenth-century England, but as essentially a Calvinist natural theologian.

Modern Revolutions has been the standard single-volume interpretation of its subject since its publication in 1972. Successive generations of students have welcomed Professor Dunn's lucid attempt to distinguish between ideological assessments of the desirability of eight contemporary revolutions and specific explanations of why they occurred. In this updated edition, Dunn assesses the major advances in the interpretation of revolutionary experience achieved since 1971, and considers the prospective impact of the revolutions of the past two decades on future revolutionary possibilities.

How can human beings know anything? How should they live? John Locke (1632-1704) dedicated his intellectual energy to these fundamental philosophical questions, which continue to challenge modern thinkers. He considered An Essay Concerning Human Understanding his masterpiece, arguing that human knowledge is rooted in experience and primarily acquired through the senses. Despite its acclaim, the work's message has often been misunderstood. John Dunn contextualizes Locke's theory of knowledge as the culmination of his lifelong concerns, illustrating why Locke arrived at his conclusions and how his ideas profoundly influenced later philosophers and natural scientists. While Locke was less certain about how individuals should conduct their lives, his exploration of liberal values, such as toleration and responsible government, significantly shaped 18th-century European thought. Today, many in the West unknowingly owe their understanding of individual life and political experience to Locke's contributions.

Why does democracy, both as a word and an idea, linger in the political imagination today? Dunn charts its slow but insistent metamorphosis from its roots in ancient Greece to its triumph in the years since 1945. 'Setting the People Free' is an account of this extraordinary idea and its evolution.

HELPING YOU TO PREPARE WITH CONFIDENCE, AVOID PITFALLS AND PASS FIRST TIME Supplementing the Official CIMA Learning Systems and Revision Cards the CIMA Exam Practice Kits consolidate learning by providing an extensive bank of practice questions. Each solution provides an in depth analysis of the correct answer, it is ideal for independent study or tutored revision course, helping you prepare with confidence and pass first time. The CIMA Exam Practice Kit includes: . Exam level questions with type and weighting to match the format of the exam . Fully worked model answers . Access to CIMA Official Q&As from May and November 2007 . Summaries of key theory . Designed to follow the structure of the Official Learning Systems and CIMA's Learning Outcomes OFFICIALLY ENDORSED BY CIMA AND WRITTEN BY LEADING CIMA TUTORS, THE EXAM PRACTICE KITS PROVIDE A VALUABLE INSIGHT ON HOW TO SCORE TOP MARKS * Helps CIMA students to prepare and pass the new syllabus first time * Practice applying and displaying knowledge so CIMA examiners can award you marks * Provides worked answers to fully explain the correct answer, and analysis of incorrect answers - helping CIMA students avoid common pitfalls

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Excerpt from The Oregon Territory, and the British North American Fur Trade: With an Account of the Habits and Customs of the Principal Native Tribes on the Northern Continent Having spent eight years in the Company's service, I was induced, by my father, who had other projects in store for me, to return home. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Focusing on the critical interplay between political action and contemporary challenges, the author explores how modern society's reliance on skilled political leaders has intensified due to complex issues like nuclear threats, financial systems, and ecological impacts. He critiques the shortcomings of modern political theory in addressing these interconnected factors and providing actionable guidance. By examining the evolution of Western political thought alongside insights from international political economy, the author seeks to illuminate pathways for effective political engagement in today's world.

Focusing on the early 19th century, this historical account explores the Oregon Territory and the British North American fur trade, detailing its geography, climate, and resources. John Dunn examines the economic and social dynamics of the fur trade and its profound impact on Native American tribes, including cultural descriptions and the consequences of European contact. Enhanced with illustrations and maps, the book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the Pacific Northwest's history and the intricate relationships between traders and Indigenous peoples.