书名: Hobbes, Locke, and Confusion's Masterpiece: An Examination of Seventeenth-Century Political Philosophy
作者: Ross Harrison (Author)
出版社: Cambridge University Press; New Ed edition (December 16, 2002)
语言: English
ISBN-10: 052101719X
ISBN-13: 978-0521017190
Book Description
In this major study of the foundations of modern political theory the eminent political philosopher Ross Harrison explains, analyzes, and criticizes the work of Hobbes, Locke, and their contemporaries. He provides a full account of the turbulent historical background that shaped the political, intellectual, and religious content of this philosophy. The book explores such questions as the limits of political authority and the relation of the legitimacy of government to the will of its people in non-technical, accessible prose that will appeal to students of philosophy, politics, theology and history.
Review
"Harrison's analysis is clear and his vernacular style is put to good use, facilitating a forward-looking dialogue with these past thinkers.... He demonstrates great critical acumen.... Recommended." -- Choice
"This is a highly stimulating, even exciting addition to Hobbes and Locke studies." -- Philosophy in Review
"The argument is sophisticated; the focus tightly maintained; and the prose lucid" -- Seventeenth Century Journal S.-J Savonius, University of Cambridge
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作者: Ross Harrison (Author)
出版社: Cambridge University Press; New Ed edition (December 16, 2002)
语言: English
ISBN-10: 052101719X
ISBN-13: 978-0521017190
Book Description
In this major study of the foundations of modern political theory the eminent political philosopher Ross Harrison explains, analyzes, and criticizes the work of Hobbes, Locke, and their contemporaries. He provides a full account of the turbulent historical background that shaped the political, intellectual, and religious content of this philosophy. The book explores such questions as the limits of political authority and the relation of the legitimacy of government to the will of its people in non-technical, accessible prose that will appeal to students of philosophy, politics, theology and history.
Review
"Harrison's analysis is clear and his vernacular style is put to good use, facilitating a forward-looking dialogue with these past thinkers.... He demonstrates great critical acumen.... Recommended." -- Choice
"This is a highly stimulating, even exciting addition to Hobbes and Locke studies." -- Philosophy in Review
"The argument is sophisticated; the focus tightly maintained; and the prose lucid" -- Seventeenth Century Journal S.-J Savonius, University of Cambridge
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