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Leviathan

The Matter, Forme and Power of a Commonwealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil

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Exploring the structure of society and governance, this influential work by Thomas Hobbes presents a compelling argument for social contract theory and the necessity of an absolute sovereign. Written amid the turmoil of the English Civil War, it addresses the chaos of a state of nature, advocating that only a strong, undivided government can prevent civil conflict. The book's title, derived from the biblical creature, symbolizes the immense power and authority Hobbes believes is essential for societal stability.

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Leviathan, Thomas Hobbes

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2020
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Titolo
Leviathan
Sottotitolo
The Matter, Forme and Power of a Commonwealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2020
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
472
ISBN13
9782491251772
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Descrizione
Exploring the structure of society and governance, this influential work by Thomas Hobbes presents a compelling argument for social contract theory and the necessity of an absolute sovereign. Written amid the turmoil of the English Civil War, it addresses the chaos of a state of nature, advocating that only a strong, undivided government can prevent civil conflict. The book's title, derived from the biblical creature, symbolizes the immense power and authority Hobbes believes is essential for societal stability.