Hobbes, Locke, and Confusion's Masterpiece
Hobbes, Locke, and Confusion's Masterpiece
In this major 2003 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.
- Author is well-known in the areas of political philosophy and has published with Oxford, Cambridge, and Routledge
- Early modern period is one of the most widely studied periods of philosophy
- Cross-disciplinary appeal in politics and history of ideas
- Accessible style and careful integration of historical and political background
Reviews & endorsements
"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
Product details
December 2002Paperback
9780521017190
288 pages
230 × 153 × 18 mm
0.386kg
Available
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- 1. The word
- 2. The great beast Leviathan
- 3. The state of nature's law
- 4. The birth of justice
- 5. War and peace
- 6. Locke's law
- 7. Disobedient Locke
- 8. The key to Locke's property
- 9. Why utility pleases.
