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Originally published in 1889, Ferdinand Tonnies published versions
of two works by Thomas Hobbes. His editions of The Elements of Law:
Natural and Politic and of Behemoth: or The Long Parliament were
the first modern critical editions, based on manuscripts of works
by Hobbes. Completed in 1640, The Elements of Law was Hobbes's
first systematic political work. The book helps us see Hobbes's
mind at work, for it is the first version of his later political
works.
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Leviathan (Paperback, UK ed.)
Thomas Hobbes; Series edited by Tom Griffith
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With an Introduction by Dr Richard Serjeantson, Trinity College,
Cambridge Since its first publication in 1651, Thomas Hobbes's
Leviathan has been recognised as one of the most compelling, and
most controversial, works of political philosophy written in
English. Forged in the crucible of the civil and religious warfare
of the mid-seventeenth century, it proposes a political theory that
combines an unequivocal commitment to natural human liberty with
the conviction that the sovereign power of government must be
exercised absolutely. Leviathan begins from some shockingly
naturalistic starting-points: an analysis of human nature as being
motivated by vain-glory and pride, and a vision of religion as
simply the fear of invisible powers made up by the mind. Yet from
these deliberately unpromising elements, Hobbes constructs with
unparalleled forcefulness an elaborate, systematic, and
comprehensive account of how political society ought to be:
ordered, law-bound, peaceful. In Leviathan, Hobbes presents us with
a portrait of politics which depicts how a state that is made up of
the unified body of all its citizens will be powerful, fruitful,
protective of each of its members, and - above all - free from
internal violence.
Originally published in 1889, Ferdinand Tonnies published versions
of two works by Thomas Hobbes. His editions of The Elements of Law:
Natural and Politic and of Behemoth: or The Long Parliament were
the first modern critical editions, based on manuscripts of works
by Hobbes. Completed in 1640, The Elements of Law was Hobbes's
first systematic political work. The book helps us see Hobbes's
mind at work, for it is the first version of his later political
works.
First Published in 1969. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor &
Francis, an informa company.
Part of the "Longman Library of Primary Sources in Philosophy,"
this edition of "Hobbes's The Leviathan" is framed by a pedagogical
structure designed to make this important work of philosophy more
accessible and meaningful for readers. A General Introduction
includes biographical information on Hobbes, the work's historical
context, and a discussion of historical influences. Annotations and
notes from the editor clarify difficult passages for greater
understanding. A bibliography gives the reader additional resources
for further study.
Part of theLongman Library of Primary Sources in Philosophy, this
edition of Hobbes's Leviathan is framed by a pedagogical structure
designed to make this important work of philosophy more accessible
and meaningful for undergraduates.
First Published in 1969. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor &
Francis, an informa company.
Designed to meet the needs of both student and scholar, this
edition of Leviathan offers a brilliant introduction by Edwin
Curley, modernized spelling and punctuation of the text, and the
inclusion, along with historical and interpretive notes, of the
most significant variants between the English version of 1651 and
the Latin version of 1668. A glossary of seventeenth-century
English terms, and indexes of persons, subjects, and scriptural
passages help make this the most thoughtfully conceived edition of
Leviathan available.
Do human beings ever act freely, and if so what does freedom mean? Is everything that happens antecedently caused, and if so how is freedom possible? Is it right, even for God, to punish people for things they cannot help doing? This volume presents the famous seventeenth-century controversy in which Thomas Hobbes and John Bramhall debate these questions and others. The complete texts of their initial contributions to the debate are included, together with selections from their subsequent replies to one another and from other works of Hobbes.
De Cive (On the Citizen) is the first full exposition of the political thought of Thomas Hobbes, the greatest English political philosopher of all time. Professors Tuck and Silverthorne have undertaken the first complete translation since 1651, a rendition long thought (in error) to be at least sanctioned by Hobbes himself. On the Citizen is written in a clear, straightforward, expository style, offering students a more digestible account of Hobbes' political thought than even Leviathan itself. This new translation is itself a very significant scholarly event.
Hobbes' Leviathan is arguably the greatest piece of political philosophy written in the English language. Since its first publication, Richard Tuck's edition of Leviathan has been recognized as the single most accurate and authoritative text, and for this revised edition Professor Tuck has provided a much-amplified and expanded introduction. Other vital study aids include an extensive guide to further reading, a note on textual matters, a chronology of important events and brief biographies of important persons mentioned in Hobbes' text.
This edition of Leviathan is intended to provide the reader with a
modestly abridged text that is straightforward and accessible,
while preserving Hobbes' main lines of argument and of thought. It
is meant for those who wish to focus primarily on the philosophical
aspects of the work, apart from its stylish but often daunting
early modern prose. The editors have updated language, style,
punctuation, and grammar throughout. Very long, complicated
sentences have been broken into two or more sentences for enhanced
readability. In some instances, terms within a sentence are
rearranged for enhanced clarity. Occasionally, an equivalent
contemporary word is substituted for an archaic one. Ellipses
indicate omissions of more than one sentence. Care has been taken
to maintain the strength, nuance, and flavor of the work,
especially of Hobbes' most difficult arguments. In addition, the
volume offers a general Introduction and concise headnotes to each
chapter. Annotation is geared to the student or novice reader. A
glossary of key terms is also included, as well as an index.
A reprint of the 1972 Doubleday edition. Contains the most helpful
version of Hobbes's political and moral philosophy available in
English. Includes the only English translation of De Homine,
chapters X-XV. Features the English translation of De Cive
attributed to Hobbes.
Do human beings ever act freely, and if so what does freedom mean? Is everything that happens antecedently caused, and if so how is freedom possible? Is it right, even for God, to punish people for things they cannot help doing? This volume presents the famous seventeenth-century controversy in which Thomas Hobbes and John Bramhall debate these questions and others. The complete texts of their initial contributions to the debate are included, together with selections from their subsequent replies to one another and from other works of Hobbes.
De Cive (On the Citizen) is the first full exposition of the political thought of Thomas Hobbes, the greatest English political philosopher of all time. Professors Tuck and Silverthorne have undertaken the first complete translation since 1651, a rendition long thought (in error) to be at least sanctioned by Hobbes himself. On the Citizen is written in a clear, straightforward, expository style, offering students a more digestible account of Hobbes' political thought than even Leviathan itself. This new translation is itself a very significant scholarly event.
Designed to meet the needs of both student and scholar, this
edition of Leviathan offers a brilliant introduction by Edwin
Curley, modernized spelling and punctuation of the text, and the
inclusion, along with historical and interpretive notes, of the
most significant variants between the English version of 1651 and
the Latin version of 1668. A glossary of seventeenth-century
English terms, and indexes of persons, subjects, and scriptural
passages help make this the most thoughtfully conceived edition of
Leviathan available.
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Leviathan (Paperback)
Thomas Hobbes; Edited by David Johnston; Introduction by Kinch Hoekstra
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R356
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Carefully and faithfully edited by "one of our most astute
commentators on Hobbes's political theory" (Jeremy Waldron), the
Norton Library edition of Leviathan features the complete text of
the work, with spelling and punctuation thoughtfully modernised and
archaic terms helpfully annotated throughout. An introduction by
Kinch Hoekstra situates the work in its historical and intellectual
context to prepare students for their first serious encounter with
"the greatest single work of political thought in the English
language" (John Rawls).
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Leviathan
Thomas Hobbes
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