Second Treatise of Government
by John Locke, C.B. Macpherson
Second Treatise of Government by John Locke, C.B. Macpherson holds a well received rating of 3.75 out of 5, based on 14.5K reader ratings. First published in 1689. The book spans 148 pages.
About Second Treatise of Government
The Second Treatise is one of the most important political treatises ever written and one of the most far-reaching in its influence. In his provocative 15-page introduction to this edition, the late eminent political theorist C. B. Macpherson examines Locke's arguments for limited, conditional government, private property and right of revolution and suggests reasons for the appeal of these arguments in Locke's time and since.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John Locke, C.B. Macpherson |
| Published | 1689 |
| Pages | 148 |
| Genres | Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Classics, History |
| Average Rating | 3.75 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,549 |
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What genre is Second Treatise of Government?
Second Treatise of Government is categorized as Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Classics, History. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
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Based on 14.5K reader ratings, Second Treatise of Government has an average score of 3.75 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
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Second Treatise of Government has 148 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Second Treatise of Government?
Second Treatise of Government was written by John Locke, C.B. Macpherson. It was first published in 1689.
What is the ISBN for Second Treatise of Government?
The ISBN-13 for Second Treatise of Government is 9780915144860.0.
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