Publisher's Synopsis
The Treatise On Human Nature And That On Liberty And Necessity: With A Supplement (1812) is a philosophical work by Thomas Hobbes. The book consists of two parts, the first being a treatise on human nature and the second being a discussion of liberty and necessity. The treatise on human nature explores the nature of human beings and their behavior, arguing that humans are fundamentally driven by self-interest and the desire for power. The second part of the book examines the concepts of liberty and necessity, arguing that they are not mutually exclusive but rather interdependent. In addition to these two main sections, the book also includes a supplement that discusses the nature of language and its relationship to human thought and behavior. Overall, The Treatise On Human Nature And That On Liberty And Necessity: With A Supplement is a complex and thought-provoking work that offers insights into the nature of human beings and the workings of the world around us.To Which Is Prefixed An Account Of His Life And Writings.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.
