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John Locke's seminal work, *Two Treatises of Government*, remains a cornerstone of Western political philosophy. This revised edition offers a profound exploration of natural rights, the social contract, and the legitimate basis of political authority. Locke meticulously argues against divine right monarchy and lays the groundwork for representative government, emphasizing the inherent freedoms and equality of individuals. His influential ideas profoundly shaped the Enlightenment and continue to resonate in contemporary debates about liberty, governance, and the rights of the governed.
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paperback
Cambridge University Press
Published Oct 28, 1988
482 pages
ISBN: 9780521357302
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1689
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eng
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