Thomas Hobbes
The Essential Leviathan: A Modernized Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9781624665202
- author:
- Thomas Hobbes
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 14.6 x 22.2 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Government & Politics, Political Science & Ideology, Thomas Hobbes,The Essential Leviathan: A Modernized Edition,Hackett Publishing Co, Inc,1624665209,Philosophy,History & Surveys - Modern,Political,c 1600 to c 1700,Po
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
This modernized edition of Leviathan presents Thomas Hobbes' philosophical ideas in an accessible and straightforward manner. The editors have updated language, style, punctuation, and grammar to enhance readability, breaking up long sentences into more manageable parts.
While preserving the essence of Hobbes' arguments, this edition aims to provide a clear and concise text for readers who want to focus on the philosophical aspects of the work. A general Introduction and concise headnotes accompany each chapter, accompanied by annotation geared towards students or novice readers.
The volume also includes a glossary of key terms and an index, making it an ideal resource for those looking to explore Hobbes' thought-provoking ideas.