Leviathan
Language: English - ISBN: 9789403814643 - 533 pages
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Seven Books
Synopsis
Leviathan or The Matter, Forme and Power of a Commonwealth Ecclesiasticall and Civil, commonly referred to as Leviathan, is a book by the English philosopher Thomas Hobbes (1588–1679), published in 1651 (revised Latin edition 1668).
Its name derives from the Leviathan of the Hebrew Bible. The work concerns the structure of society and legitimate government, and is regarded as one of the earliest and most influential examples of social contract theory.
Written during the English Civil War (1642–1651), it argues for a social contract and rule by an absolute sovereign. Hobbes wrote that civil war and the brute situation of a state of nature ("the war of all against all") could be avoided only by a strong, undivided government.
About Thomas Hobbes
Thomas Hobbes ( 5 April 1588 – 4 December 1679) was an English philosopher, best known for his 1651 book Leviathan, in which he expounds an influential formulation of social contract theory. He is considered to be one of the founders of modern political philosophy.
In his early life, overshadowed by his father's departure following a fight, he was taken under the care of his wealthy uncle. Hobbes's academic journey began in Westport, leading him to the University of Oxford, where he was exposed to classical literature and mathematics. He then graduated from the University of Cambridge in 1608. He became a tutor to the Cavendish family, which connected him to intellectual circles and initiated his extensive travels across Europe. These experiences, including meetings with figures like Galileo, shaped his intellectual development.
Product specifications
| Binding | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publishing date | Monday, 30 June 2025 |
| Edition | 1 |
| ISBN | 9789403814643 |
| Pagecount | 533 |
| Interior color | Black/white |
| Size | 170 x 240 mm |
| Publisher | Seven Books |
| Author | Thomas Hobbes |
| Category | Literature > Historical romans |