Publisher's Synopsis
Locke On Civil Government and Filmer's Patriarcha is a book that includes two important works on political philosophy by John Locke and Sir Robert Filmer. In the first part of the book, Locke presents his ideas on civil government and the rights of individuals in society. He argues that the purpose of government is to protect the natural rights of citizens, such as life, liberty, and property, and that people have the right to rebel against a government that fails to do so. Locke's ideas have had a significant impact on political theory and have influenced the development of modern democracies.In the second part of the book, Filmer's Patriarcha is presented, which is a defense of absolute monarchy and the divine right of kings. Filmer argues that kings have a God-given right to rule and that rebellion against them is a sin. This work was written in response to the English Civil War and was intended to support the monarchy at a time when it was under threat.The book provides a fascinating insight into two opposing views on the nature of government and the rights of individuals. It is an essential read for anyone interested in political philosophy, the history of political thought, and the development of modern democracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
