Skinner, Quentin
Hobbes and Republican Liberty
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521714167
- author:
- Skinner, Quentin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 270
- Dimensions:
- 137 mm X 213 mm
- Genre:
- Early modern history: c 1450/1500 to c 1700
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Quentin Skinner's Hobbes and Republican Liberty offers a compelling comparison between two influential theories about human liberty. This work explores the Roman republican tradition of public life, which was later challenged by Thomas Hobbes. Skinner develops several key themes from his earlier lecture on Liberty before Liberalism, presenting a cogent and engaging argument that will appeal to readers of history, politics, and philosophy. Skinner's book provides an excellent introduction to the work of one of the most celebrated thinkers of our time, making it an ideal choice for those looking to explore the history of political thought. With its accessible tone and engaging style, this book is suitable for upper-undergraduate students and beyond. By examining the rivalry between these two theories, Skinner sheds new light on the development of modern political thought.
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