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Two Treatises of Government

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The work presents a foundational argument for political philosophy, emphasizing the principles of natural rights and the social contract. It critiques absolute monarchy and advocates for government as a mutual agreement among free individuals. The text explores the legitimacy of governmental authority and the importance of individual liberty, making it a significant contribution to Enlightenment thought and modern democratic theory. This reprint preserves the original content and insights from the 1690 edition.

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Language
English
Authors
John Locke
Publisher
hansebooks
Released
2019
Format
Paperback
Pages
484
ISBN13
9783337702496
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The work presents a foundational argument for political philosophy, emphasizing the principles of natural rights and the social contract. It critiques absolute monarchy and advocates for government as a mutual agreement among free individuals. The text explores the legitimacy of governmental authority and the importance of individual liberty, making it a significant contribution to Enlightenment thought and modern democratic theory. This reprint preserves the original content and insights from the 1690 edition.