Publisher's Synopsis
The Spirit of Laws is a political and philosophical treatise written by Charles de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu. The book was first published in 1748 and is considered one of the most important works of political theory of the Enlightenment era. The Spirit of Laws is divided into 31 books and covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of law, the role of government, the separation of powers, and the importance of social and cultural factors in shaping political institutions. Montesquieu argues that the most effective form of government is one that balances power among different branches and levels of government, and that this balance is necessary to prevent tyranny and ensure liberty. The book also explores the relationship between climate, geography, and culture, and how these factors influence the development of political institutions in different societies. The Spirit of Laws is a seminal work in the history of political thought and has had a profound influence on the development of modern political theory and practice.1900. Part One of Two. Including D'Alembert's analysis of the work. With a special introduction by Honorable Frederic R. Coudert. The Spirit of the Laws is without question one of the central texts in the history of eighteenth-century thought. Read why Montesquieu was such an important figure in the early enlightenment and why his work, The Spirit of the Laws, was a tremendous influence on those who framed the American Constitution. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 141790819X.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.
