Two Treatises of Government by John Locke
In the Former, The False Principles and Foundation of Sir Robert Filmer, and His Followers, Are Detected and Overthrown. The Latter is an Essay Concerning the True Original, Extent, and End of Civil Government.
"Two Treatises of Government" is a seminal work in political philosophy, which outlines the author's theories on social contract and natural rights. The first treatise refutes the divine rights of kings, arguing that political power does not come from God but from the people. The second treatise introduces the idea of a government that exists to protect the rights of its citizens, particularly life, liberty, and property. The author posits that if a government fails to protect these rights, the people have the right to overthrow it. This work greatly influenced the development of democratic thought and the structure of modern democratic governments.
The 952nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1689
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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(4.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- Esė Apie Pilietinę Valdžią
- First Treatise of Government
- Second Treatise of Government
- Tutkielma Hallitusvallasta
- Tutkielma Hallitusvallasta. Tutkimus Poliittisen Vallan Oikeasta Alkuperästä, Laajuudesta Ja Tarkoituksesta.
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