Political Writings
Political Writings by John Locke is a significant collection published by Penguin Books in 1993, comprising 478 pages in English. This edition presents Locke’s most important political writings, which have had a profound influence on political thought, particularly during the Cromwellian era and the Restoration period, laying the groundwork for modern liberalism.
Readers will find a comprehensive exploration of Locke’s ideas through key texts, including Two Tracts on Government, Essay Concerning Toleration, and Two Treatises on Government, along with three shorter pieces advocating for toleration. This collection delves into themes of political ideologies, individual rights, and the historical context of governance, making it a valuable resource for those interested in philosophy and political science.
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This is a collection of Locke’s most important political writings, which had great impact on the Cromwellians and after the Restoration laid the foundations of modern liberalism. This collection consists of Two Tracts on Government (1660-62), Essay Concerning Toleration (1667), Two Treatises on Government (1680s – a defence of revolution) and three short pieces defending toleration (1689-1704).
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