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The book explores the concept of social contract theory, emphasizing the need for individuals to surrender certain freedoms for the stability and protection provided by a strong government. Hobbes argues for an absolute sovereign as essential for maintaining order, especially during the turmoil of the English Civil War. The work is divided into four sections: examining human nature, defining commonwealths, discussing the intersection of religion and governance, and addressing moral standards. It remains a pivotal text in understanding political philosophy and the nature of authority.
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Leviathan, Thomas Hobbes
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Leviathan
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Thomas Hobbes
- Publisher
- Mint Editions
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 554
- ISBN13
- 9781513279145
- Category
- Political Science / Politics
- First published
- 1651
- Original title
- Leviathan
- Description
- The book explores the concept of social contract theory, emphasizing the need for individuals to surrender certain freedoms for the stability and protection provided by a strong government. Hobbes argues for an absolute sovereign as essential for maintaining order, especially during the turmoil of the English Civil War. The work is divided into four sections: examining human nature, defining commonwealths, discussing the intersection of religion and governance, and addressing moral standards. It remains a pivotal text in understanding political philosophy and the nature of authority.